Senior Mine Geologist — On-Site, Growth & Benefits

Placements24

East London

On-site

ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Senior Mine Geologist to join our East London operations. You will lead geological data management, 3D modeling, and resource estimation to support mine development and planning.

The ideal candidate has a Master's in Geology, 7+ years of mining geology experience, proficiency in Leapfrog, Micromine or Vulcan, and strong geostatistics knowledge, with excellent communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

Master's degree in Geology or related field.
7+ years of experience in mine geology and resource estimation.
Proficient in Leapfrog, Micromine or Vulcan.
Strong geostatistics knowledge and geological interpretation.
Experience with exploration techniques and data acquisition.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Collect, validate, and manage geological data from exploration and mining activities.
Develop and maintain 3D geological models using specialized software.
Perform resource and reserve estimations per industry standards.
Conduct geological mapping, core logging, geochemical analysis.
Collaborate with mine engineers and metallurgists to optimize extraction strategies.
Provide geological input for mine planning, feasibility studies, and operations adjustments.