Senior Geoscientist: Field Leadership in Exploration

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Performance bonus

Paid time off

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geoscientist to join the exploration team in Kimberley, Northern Cape. You will lead fieldwork, integrate datasets, and develop geological models to identify and define mineral targets.

The role requires 7+ years in mineral exploration, strong mapping and modeling skills, and the ability to work both in office and remote field environments. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• MSc or Ph.D. in Geology, Geophysics, Economic Geology, or a related geoscience discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in mineral exploration, with a focus on target generation and resource definition.
• Demonstrated expertise in geological mapping, structural analysis, and mineral deposit modeling.
• Proficiency in interpreting geophysical data and geochemical data.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct geological fieldwork, including mapping, sampling, and core logging for exploration projects.
• Interpret and integrate geophysical, geochemical, and drilling data.
• Develop and refine geological models to define targets and resource potential.
• Manage exploration programs, budgeting, planning, and contractor supervision.
• Use Leapfrog, ArcGIS, ioGAS for data visualization, modeling, and interpretation.
• Collaborate with geophysicists, geochemists, and mining engineers to optimize exploration strategies.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and best practices.
• Mentor junior geoscientists and contribute to team development.

Skills

Geology

Geophysics

Mineral exploration

Target generation

3D geological modeling

Data interpretation

Team mentorship

Budgeting

Fieldwork

Communication

Education

MSc or Ph.D. in Geology, Geophysics, Economic Geology, or related geoscience

Tools

Leapfrog

ArcGIS

ioGAS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geoscientist to join the exploration team in Kimberley, Northern Cape. You will lead fieldwork, integrate datasets, and develop geological models to identify and define mineral targets.

The role requires 7+ years in mineral exploration, strong mapping and modeling skills, and the ability to work both in office and remote field environments. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered.