Senior Geologist & Exploration Strategy Leader

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1.800.000 - 2.800.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical aid

Disability insurance

Retirement fund

Performance bonuses

Share options

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks a Lead Geologist for a progressive mining and exploration company in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will guide exploration programs, interpret complex data, and identify high-potential targets with emphasis on energy minerals.

You will develop innovative strategies, model subsurface geology in 3D, manage budgets and timelines, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor geologists while coordinating with engineers and management.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree or PhD in Geology, Economic Geology, or a related Earth Science discipline
• Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in mineral exploration, with leadership experience
• Proven ability to discover economic mineral deposits
• Expertise in structural geology, stratigraphy, and metallogeny relevant to target commodities
• Proficiency in geological modeling software (Leapfrog, Vulcan, Micromine)
• Strong geophysics and geochemistry knowledge
• Experience managing projects from greenfield exploration to resource definition
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Familiarity with South African mining legislation and regulatory requirements
• Ability to travel extensively to remote exploration sites
• Professional Geoscientist (Pr.Sci.Nat) registration is advantageous

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement strategic exploration plans for various mineral commodities, focusing on energy minerals
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of exploration geologists and field technicians
• Oversee geological mapping, geochemical sampling, geophysical surveys, and drilling programs
• Create 3D geological models to define subsurface geology and mineral deposits
• Interpret geological data to identify and prioritize exploration targets
• Collaborate with geochemists, geophysicists, and mining engineers for integrated approaches
• Manage exploration budgets, timelines, and resources
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, safety standards, and ethical mining practices
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and resource estimates for senior management
• Stay updated on exploration tech and regional geology
• Conduct due diligence on acquisitions and JV opportunities

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Strategic planning

Team management

Communication

Travel readiness

Ausbildung

Master's degree or PhD in Geology or related Earth Science

Tools

Leapfrog

Vulcan

Micromine

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 seeks a Lead Geologist for a progressive mining and exploration company in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will guide exploration programs, interpret complex data, and identify high-potential targets with emphasis on energy minerals.

You will develop innovative strategies, model subsurface geology in 3D, manage budgets and timelines, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor geologists while coordinating with engineers and management.