Senior Geophysicist: Basin‑Focused Exploration Leader

De Beers Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Anglo American is seeking a senior geophysicist to lead design, processing and interpretation of geophysical data for Africa-Europe-A Australasia programs, with emphasis on sediment-hosted copper systems. You will integrate multiple datasets with petrophysics and participate in basin-focused exploration decisions.

The role requires strong leadership, field supervision, and a track record of delivering high-value geological interpretations within multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a B.Sc. degree or equivalent in Geophysics (post-graduate degree preferred).
• At least 8 years of relevant experience; senior level typically 10+ years.
• Experience in processing and interpretation; knowledge of sediment-hosted copper or related systems.

Responsibilities

• Incorporate geophysical theory with mineral systems knowledge to inform project decisions.
• Carry out processing, forward modelling and inversion of geophysical data.
• Interpret geophysical results with interdisciplinary team to support mineral system targeting.
• Lead field assistants and supervise contractors to ensure QA/QC and safety.

Skills

Geophysics

Data processing

3D modelling

Education

B.Sc. in Geophysics

Tools

Geosoft Oasis Montaj

Geoscience Analyst

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Anglo American is seeking a senior geophysicist to lead design, processing and interpretation of geophysical data for Africa-Europe-A Australasia programs, with emphasis on sediment-hosted copper systems. You will integrate multiple datasets with petrophysics and participate in basin-focused exploration decisions.

The role requires strong leadership, field supervision, and a track record of delivering high-value geological interpretations within multidisciplinary teams.