Senior Geologist: Mineral Exploration Lead

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and retirement benefits

Career development opportunities

Fieldwork opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni seeks an experienced Senior Geologist to lead mineral exploration initiatives, manage field programs, and develop exploration targets. You will map geology, analyze data, and guide resource acquisition strategies.

The role emphasizes hands-on fieldwork and cross-disciplinary collaboration to advance discovery. The ideal candidate holds an MSc or PhD in Geology with 7+ years in mineral exploration, and proficiency in mapping, geophysics, and data management, including

Qualifications

• M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Geology or related earth science discipline.
• Minimum 7 years in mineral exploration with gold, PGMs or base metals.
• Proficiency in geological mapping, structural analysis, and data handling.
• Experience with geophysical and geochemical exploration techniques.
• Strong report-writing and communication skills; ability to lead teams in Benoni.

Responsibilities

• Plan, supervise, and execute geological field programs including mapping, sampling, and drilling.
• Interpret geological data from geophysical surveys, geochemical assays, and drill logs.
• Identify and prioritize exploration targets based on geological models.
• Prepare geological reports, resource estimates, and exploration proposals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate geological information.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards.

Skills

Geology expertise

Project management

Strong communication

Education

M.Sc. in Geology

Ph.D. in Geology

Tools

GIS

Database management software

Job description

Placements24 in Benoni seeks an experienced Senior Geologist to lead mineral exploration initiatives, manage field programs, and develop exploration targets. You will map geology, analyze data, and guide resource acquisition strategies.

The role emphasizes hands-on fieldwork and cross-disciplinary collaboration to advance discovery. The ideal candidate holds an MSc or PhD in Geology with 7+ years in mineral exploration, and proficiency in mapping, geophysics, and data management, including