Senior Geologist, Resource Exploration (Polokwane)

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive package

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Conference participation

Polokwane location

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Lead Geologist for the exploration division in Polokwane, Limpopo. This senior role leads a team of geologists and geoscientists, directing exploration programs from target generation through to resource estimation and geological modeling.

The successful candidate will apply deep mineral-exploration experience, strong knowledge of geological principles, and proficiency with industry software to deliver high-quality resource assessments.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geology or related earth science.
• Minimum 10 years in mineral exploration with proven discoveries.
• Strong leadership and team management experience.
• Proficiency in geological modeling software and data management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage geological exploration programs from target generation to resource estimation.
• Supervise and mentor exploration geologists and technicians with emphasis on safety and rigor.
• Develop geological models using surface mapping, drilling data, geochemical and geophysical surveys.
• Oversee core logging, sample collection and analysis; manage budgets and timelines.
• Collaborate with geochemists, geophysicists and mining engineers to integrate data for resource assessments.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for senior management.

Skills

Geology expertise

Leadership

Geological modeling

Project management

Analytical thinking

Report writing

Education

Master's degree in Geology

Ph.D. in Geology

Tools

Leapfrog

Vulcan

ArcGIS

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Lead Geologist for the exploration division in Polokwane, Limpopo. This senior role leads a team of geologists and geoscientists, directing exploration programs from target generation through to resource estimation and geological modeling.

The successful candidate will apply deep mineral-exploration experience, strong knowledge of geological principles, and proficiency with industry software to deliver high-quality resource assessments.