Senior Principal Exploration Geochemist – Relocation & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Principal Exploration Geochemist based in George, Western Cape, to lead geochemical exploration programs across multiple commodities. You will design, implement, and interpret complex surveys, guiding exploration strategy with extensive experience and advanced analytics.

The role emphasizes target generation, collaboration with geoscientists, and leadership of a high-caliber team while contributing to international exploration efforts.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master’s degree in Geochemistry, Geology, or related Earth Science with strong geochemistry focus
• Minimum 12 years of experience in mineral exploration geochemistry
• Expertise in statistical analysis and multivariate methods (R, Python, ISA-9)
• Proficiency with geochemical modeling/visualization software (ioGAS, GCDkit, ArcGIS, MapInfo)
• Broad knowledge of ore deposit types and geochemical signatures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to travel to remote exploration sites
• Experience in South African geological context, especially Western Cape is a plus

Responsibilities

• Design and manage geochemical exploration programs (soil, stream sediment, rock chip, MMI)
• Develop sampling methodologies and QA/QC protocols
• Oversee laboratory analysis selection and data acquisition
• Perform statistical, multivariate, and spatial analysis of geochemical data
• Interpret results with geological/geophysical data to rank targets
• Prepare geochemical reports, presentations, and exploration recommendations
• Collaborate with geologists, geophysicists, and project managers
• Mentor junior geochemists and contribute to team development
• Stay updated with advances in geochemical exploration techniques and software

Skills

Statistical analysis

Multivariate analysis

Geochemistry expertise

Leadership

Education

Ph.D. in Geochemistry

MSc in Geochemistry/Geology

Tools

ioGAS

GCDkit

ArcGIS

MapInfo

R

Python

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Principal Exploration Geochemist based in George, Western Cape, to lead geochemical exploration programs across multiple commodities. You will design, implement, and interpret complex surveys, guiding exploration strategy with extensive experience and advanced analytics.

The role emphasizes target generation, collaboration with geoscientists, and leadership of a high-caliber team while contributing to international exploration efforts.