Senior Lead Geochemist, Precious Metals Exploration

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Placements24 in Limpopo-based operations seeks a Senior Exploration Geochemist to lead geochemical programs, sample collection, and data interpretation for precious metals exploration near Polokwane.

You will design and manage surveys, work with labs and software like ioGAS and ArcGIS, and collaborate across geology and geophysics teams to target drilling, while upholding safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Geochemistry or related earth science field.
• 7+ years of mineral exploration geochemistry experience with precious metals focus.
• Experience designing and interpreting multi-element geochemical surveys.

Responsibilities

• Design, manage, and execute geochemical exploration programs (soil, stream sediment, rock chip, drill core sampling).
• Collect and document geological and geochemical samples in the field, ensuring data integrity.
• Liaise with analytical laboratories to ensure proper sample prep and analysis.
• Interpret geochemical data and model results using specialized software.
• Integrate geochemical data with geological, geophysical, and remote sensing datasets.
• Generate and prioritize exploration targets for drilling.
• Prepare detailed geochemical reports and target recommendations.
• Stay updated on advancements in geochemistry and analytical techniques.
• Collaborate with geologists, geophysicists and other team members.
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies during field operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data interpretation

Geochemical surveys

Education

Master's or PhD in Geochemistry / Economic Geology

Tools

ioGAS

ArcGIS

Python scripting

Job description

Placements24 in Limpopo-based operations seeks a Senior Exploration Geochemist to lead geochemical programs, sample collection, and data interpretation for precious metals exploration near Polokwane.

You will design and manage surveys, work with labs and software like ioGAS and ArcGIS, and collaborate across geology and geophysics teams to target drilling, while upholding safety and environmental standards.