Senior Geologist: Mineral Resource Modeling & Estimation

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Geologist in Mahikeng, North West, SA, focusing on Mineral Resource Estimation. You will build geological models, apply geostatistical techniques, and generate robust resource estimates to support mine planning.

The role requires 5+ years in mineral exploration or mine geology, with proficiency in 3D modelling tools and reporting codes. Collaborative team environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geology or Earth Sciences required with 5+ years in mineral exploration or mine geology.
• Experience in geological modelling and 3D software and in resource estimation.
• Familiarity with JORC and SAMREC reporting codes.

Responsibilities

• Collect, validate, and manage geological, geochemical, and drilling data.
• Develop and interpret detailed geological models and domain boundaries.
• Perform statistical analysis to inform resource estimation.
• Generate compliant mineral resource estimates using specialized software.
• Conduct sensitivity analyses and uncertainty assessments of models.
• Prepare geological reports supporting resource estimations.
• Collaborate with mine planning to integrate resource models into plans.

Skills

Geostatistics

3D geological modelling

Analytical skills

Communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

North West experience

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Geology or Earth Sciences

Tools

Leapfrog

Vulcan

Datamine

Isatis

Supervisor

Micromine

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Geologist in Mahikeng, North West, SA, focusing on Mineral Resource Estimation. You will build geological models, apply geostatistical techniques, and generate robust resource estimates to support mine planning.

The role requires 5+ years in mineral exploration or mine geology, with proficiency in 3D modelling tools and reporting codes. Collaborative team environment with growth opportunities.