Senior Mine Geologist & Strategy Leader

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 2,000,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level compensation

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement fund contributions

International travel opportunities

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, SA, seeks a Chief Mine Geologist to lead the geological team, overseeing resource estimation, grade control, and exploration within the tenement boundaries.

The senior role blends strategic mine planning with hands-on leadership, requiring hybrid work with on-site engagement near Randburg and strategic direction from the offices. The successful candidate will drive safety, data integrity, and the adoption of advanced geological technologies across the operation.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Geology, Economic Geology, or a related earth science discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in mine geology, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership or supervisory role.
• Demonstrated expertise in resource estimation, grade control, geological modeling, and exploration targeting.
• Proficiency in relevant geological software suites (e.g., Leapfrog Geo, Vulcan, ArcGIS, SQL databases).
• Strong understanding of various deposit types and their geological controls.
• Exceptional leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to develop and execute geological strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Experience with international reporting codes is highly advantageous.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing office and site responsibilities.
• Registered professional geologist with a recognized body.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the mine geology department, including personnel, budgets, and resources.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of accurate geological models and resource estimates.
• Implement and refine grade control procedures to optimize mining selectivity and reconciliation.
• Direct and supervise geological exploration activities within the company's tenement holdings.
• Ensure the highest standards of geological data acquisition, validation, and management.
• Collaborate closely with mine planning, operations, and processing departments to align geological activities with production goals.
• Provide expert geological advice and technical support to senior management.
• Stay abreast of advancements in geological modeling, exploration techniques, and mining technologies.
• Foster a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and professional development within the geology team.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant mining legislation, reporting standards (e.g., JORC, NI 43-101), and company policies.
• Conduct site visits and field assessments as required to support the hybrid nature of the role.

Skills

Leadership

Resource estimation

Geological modeling

Grade control

Exploration targeting

Leapfrog Geo

Vulcan

ArcGIS

SQL databases

Education

Master's or PhD in Geology

Tools

Leapfrog Geo

Vulcan

ArcGIS

SQL databases

Job description

Placements24 in Randburg, SA, seeks a Chief Mine Geologist to lead the geological team, overseeing resource estimation, grade control, and exploration within the tenement boundaries.

The senior role blends strategic mine planning with hands-on leadership, requiring hybrid work with on-site engagement near Randburg and strategic direction from the offices. The successful candidate will drive safety, data integrity, and the adoption of advanced geological technologies across the operation.