Senior Mine Geologist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Hybrid work

Health benefits

Professional development

Diverse geological challenges

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo, seeks a Senior Mine Geologist to join their team. The role focuses on understanding and quantifying mineral resources, underpinning mining and planning activities, with responsibilities in detailed geological mapping, core logging, data analysis, and resource estimation.

You will work with mine planning and production teams in a hybrid setting, applying expertise in geological modeling using Leapfrog and Micromine, and contributing to grade control and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geology or Economic Geology.
• Minimum 7 years of mine geology experience with strong resource estimation background.
• Proficiency in geological modeling and resource estimation software.
• Experience with grade control processes and geological data management.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration in a hybrid Polokwane setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed geological mapping and structural analysis of the mine area.
• Log diamond drill core and RC chips, identifying lithologies, mineralization and alteration.
• Develop and maintain 3D geological models using Leapfrog and Micromine.
• Perform resource and reserve estimations according to industry best practices and reporting codes.
• Collaborate with mine planning engineers to optimize mine designs based on geological understanding.
• Provide geological support to production teams, assisting with grade control and interpretation.

Skills

Geology data analysis

Resource estimation

Geological modeling

Grade control processes

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Geology or Economic Geology

Tools

Leapfrog

Micromine

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Mine Geologist to join their team based in Polokwane, Limpopo. This role is integral to understanding and quantifying the mineral resources they exploit, ensuring accurate geological models underpin all mining and planning activities. You will be responsible for detailed geological mapping, core logging, data analysis, and resource estimation, working closely with mine planning and production teams. This position provides a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a major mining operation, applying your geological expertise in a dynamic and challenging environment, with a hybrid work structure offering flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed geological mapping and structural analysis of the mine area.
• Log diamond drill core and reverse circulation chips, identifying lithologies, mineralization, and alteration.
• Develop and maintain 3D geological models using industry-standard software (e.g., Leapfrog, Micromine).
• Perform resource and reserve estimations according to industry best practices and reporting codes.
• Collaborate with mine planning engineers to optimize mine designs based on geological understanding.
• Provide geological support to production teams, assisting with grade control and mine geology interpretation.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Geology or Economic Geology.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in mine geology, with a strong background in resource estimation.
• Proficiency in geological modeling and resource estimation software.
• Experience with grade control processes and geological data management.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration in a hybrid setting in Polokwane.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement balancing office and remote flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• Exposure to diverse geological challenges within a leading mining company.