Senior Geologist: Platinum Exploration Lead

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + performance bonuses

Health, life & disability insurance

Relocation assistance

Professional development

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geologist to lead platinum exploration initiatives in the Pietermaritzburg region. You will guide exploration strategy, interpret geophysical and geochemical data, and oversee drilling programs while mentoring junior staff.

Based in Pietermaritzburg, you will collaborate with environmental teams to ensure responsible practices and contribute to sustainable mining growth in a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Geology or a related earth science field.
• 8+ years of mineral exploration experience with a focus on platinum group metals (PGM).
• Proficiency in Leapfrog, ArcGIS, and ioGAS.
• Proven track record of discovering and defining mineral resources.
• Willingness to work in remote field locations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed geological mapping and sampling in prospective exploration areas.
• Analyze and interpret geophysical and geochemical data to define target zones.
• Develop and manage exploration drilling programs, including core logging and assay interpretation.
• Prepare comprehensive geological reports, resource estimates, and technical presentations for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with environmental and community relations teams to ensure responsible exploration practices.
• Mentor junior geologists and provide technical guidance to exploration teams.

Education

Master's degree or higher in Geology

Tools

Leapfrog

ArcGIS

ioGAS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geologist to lead platinum exploration initiatives in the Pietermaritzburg region. You will guide exploration strategy, interpret geophysical and geochemical data, and oversee drilling programs while mentoring junior staff.

Based in Pietermaritzburg, you will collaborate with environmental teams to ensure responsible practices and contribute to sustainable mining growth in a safety-focused environment.