Senior Mine Geologist - Remote

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Home office setup allowance

Professional development

Global mining exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Mine Geologist to lead exploration and resource evaluation from a remote setting. You will provide technical leadership, oversee grade control, and drive target generation for gold and PGMs on global projects with a distributed team.

The role offers a fully remote, flexible schedule, a highly competitive package, and strong exposure to international mining opportunities.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Geology or Economic Geology required.
• Minimum of 8 years in mine geology, focusing on gold/PGMs.
• Proficiency in 3D geological modeling software (Leapfrog, Micromine) and data management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geological mapping, structural analysis, and 3D modeling of ore bodies.
• Oversee and interpret diamond and RC drilling data.
• Perform grade control, resource estimation, and reconciliation.

Skills

MSc/PhD in Geology or Economic Geology

8+ years mine geology experience

3D geological modeling (Leapfrog/Micom

Data management

Remote collaboration/communication

Education

MSc or PhD in Geology or Economic Geology

Tools

Leapfrog

Micromine

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly experienced Senior Mine Geologist to join their fully remote exploration and resource evaluation team. This critical role involves providing expert geological insights and technical leadership for various mining projects, focusing on resource definition, grade control, and exploration target generation. You will collaborate with a global, distributed team of geologists, engineers, and management, utilizing advanced geological software and data analysis techniques from your home office. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned professional who excels in independent work, possesses strong analytical skills, and is committed to contributing to the discovery and efficient extraction of mineral resources in a remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed geological mapping, structural analysis, and 3D modeling of ore bodies.
• Oversee and interpret diamond drilling, reverse circulation drilling, and other exploration data.
• Perform grade control activities, ensuring accurate resource estimation and reconciliation.
• Identify and evaluate new exploration targets and opportunities for resource expansion.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and geological summaries for management and stakeholders.

Requirements

• MSc or PhD in Geology or Economic Geology.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in mine geology, with a focus on gold or platinum group metals.
• Expertise in 3D geological modeling software (e.g., Leapfrog, Micromine) and data management.
• Strong understanding of geological processes, mineralization controls, and sampling methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills for effective remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible working hours.
• Allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Exposure to significant and diverse mining projects globally.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment focused on innovation.