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Lead Geologist - Mineral Exploration
Posted 20 days ago
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Our client, a forward-thinking mining exploration company, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Geologist to spearhead their mineral exploration initiatives. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your geological expertise and strategic vision from anywhere. You will be responsible for identifying promising exploration targets, designing and overseeing geological surveys, and interpreting data to assess the economic viability of mineral deposits.
As the Lead Geologist, you will manage all aspects of the exploration lifecycle, from initial desktop studies and regional targeting to detailed exploration programs and resource estimation. Your role will involve integrating geophysical, geochemical, and drilling data to build robust geological models. You will collaborate closely with exploration managers, geophysicists, geochemists, and other specialists to ensure efficient and effective exploration efforts. A deep understanding of mineral systems, structural geology, and various deposit types is crucial for success in this role.
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As the Lead Geologist, you will manage all aspects of the exploration lifecycle, from initial desktop studies and regional targeting to detailed exploration programs and resource estimation. Your role will involve integrating geophysical, geochemical, and drilling data to build robust geological models. You will collaborate closely with exploration managers, geophysicists, geochemists, and other specialists to ensure efficient and effective exploration efforts. A deep understanding of mineral systems, structural geology, and various deposit types is crucial for success in this role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement strategic exploration plans to identify and evaluate new mineral prospects.
- Conduct geological mapping, sampling, and data collection in the field (or manage remote field teams).
- Interpret geophysical and geochemical data to refine exploration targets.
- Design and manage drilling programs, including core logging, assay interpretation, and geological modeling.
- Utilize geological software (e.g., Leapfrog, ArcGIS, ioGAS) to create 3D geological models and perform resource estimation.
- Assess the geological potential and economic viability of prospective mineral deposits.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies and community representatives.
- Prepare technical reports, presentations, and proposals for exploration projects.
- Mentor and guide junior geologists and field technicians.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in exploration techniques and geological science.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Geology, Economic Geology, or a related Earth Science discipline.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in mineral exploration, with a focus on geological interpretation and target generation.
- Proven track record of successful discovery or significant contribution to exploration projects.
- Extensive experience with geological modeling software and GIS platforms.
- Strong understanding of structural geology, stratigraphy, and mineral deposit genesis.
- Proficiency in interpreting geophysical and geochemical datasets.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex geological concepts clearly.
- Experience working remotely and managing distributed exploration teams is highly beneficial.
- Ability to travel to remote exploration sites as required (though the primary role is remote management).
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Lead Geologist - Mineral Exploration
Posted 9 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly experienced Lead Geologist to spearhead their mineral exploration efforts. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to analyze geological data and contribute to strategic planning from anywhere. You will be responsible for identifying promising exploration targets, designing and overseeing geological surveys, and interpreting geophysical and geochemical data. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of structural geology, economic geology, and various exploration techniques. Responsibilities include managing exploration projects from inception to feasibility studies, coordinating with field teams (remotely), and ensuring adherence to safety and environmental regulations. You will utilize advanced geological software for modeling and data analysis. The ability to effectively interpret complex geological datasets and translate them into actionable exploration strategies is paramount. Strong leadership and team management skills are essential for guiding a team of geologists and geophysicists. You will also be involved in preparing technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for resource development. Experience in evaluating mineral deposits and assessing their economic viability is highly desirable. Collaboration with stakeholders, including management, investors, and regulatory bodies, will be a key aspect of the role. This remote role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of mineral exploration for our client, impacting projects conceptually located near Kericho, Kericho, KE .
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Lead Geologist - Mineral Exploration
Posted 2 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly experienced and visionary Lead Geologist to spearhead their remote mineral exploration initiatives. This critical role will involve planning, executing, and interpreting geological surveys and exploration programs aimed at identifying and evaluating significant mineral deposits. You will be responsible for directing exploration teams, managing budgets, and ensuring the efficient and safe progression of exploration projects from grassroots discovery to advanced target definition. Your expertise will be crucial in geological mapping, structural analysis, geochemical sampling, and geophysical interpretation. You will oversee the collection and analysis of field data, integrate multidisciplinary datasets (geochemical, geophysical, drilling), and develop robust geological models to guide future exploration efforts. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of ore genesis, deposit types, and exploration methodologies relevant to various commodities. Strong experience with geological modeling software (e.g., Leapfrog, Vulcan, ArcGIS) is essential. This is a fully remote position requiring exceptional leadership, communication, and project management skills to effectively guide and collaborate with dispersed teams and stakeholders. You will be responsible for preparing comprehensive technical reports, prospect evaluations, and presentations for senior management and potential investors. Our client is committed to responsible and innovative mineral resource development, and this role is central to their growth strategy. We are looking for a proactive, results-oriented geologist with a proven track record in successful mineral discoveries or advanced exploration projects. The opportunity to shape global exploration strategies from anywhere is now. You will be instrumental in advancing our client's exploration portfolio and driving significant value creation through diligent geological science.
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement strategic mineral exploration plans.
- Lead and mentor field exploration teams remotely.
- Oversee geological mapping, sampling, and data collection programs.
- Interpret geochemical and geophysical data to identify exploration targets.
- Develop and refine 3D geological models of mineral deposits.
- Manage exploration budgets and project timelines.
- Conduct technical reviews of exploration data and prospectivity assessments.
- Prepare high-quality technical reports, presentations, and summaries for management.
- Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations in exploration activities.
- Collaborate with geophysicists, geochemists, and other specialists.
- Evaluate potential acquisitions and joint venture opportunities from a geological perspective.
- M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Economic Geology, or a related geoscience discipline.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in mineral exploration geology.
- Proven track record of discovering or advancing mineral deposits.
- Expertise in geological mapping, structural geology, and ore deposit modeling.
- Proficiency with geological modeling and GIS software (e.g., Leapfrog, Vulcan, ArcGIS).
- Strong understanding of geochemical and geophysical exploration techniques.
- Excellent leadership, project management, and communication skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and make critical decisions in a remote setting.
- Experience with various commodities (e.g., gold, copper, base metals) is highly desirable.
- Published research or contributions to the field of economic geology is a plus.
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Lead Geologist - Mineral Exploration
Posted 3 days ago
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Our client, a prominent mining and exploration company, is seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient Lead Geologist to join their team. This position offers a hybrid work model, combining remote flexibility with essential on-site field activities. The Lead Geologist will play a critical role in overseeing and directing geological exploration projects, identifying and evaluating mineral deposits, and contributing to resource estimation and mine planning. You will be responsible for designing and implementing exploration programs, managing geological data, and interpreting complex geological information to guide exploration efforts. This role requires a deep understanding of structural geology, mineralogy, geochemistry, and exploration techniques relevant to the target commodities. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree or PhD in Geology or a related field, with a minimum of (e.g., 8-10) years of progressive experience in mineral exploration, preferably in (mention relevant geological setting/commodity). Proven leadership experience in managing geoscientific teams and projects is essential. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills are required. Proficiency in geological modeling software (e.g., Leapfrog, MinePlan, Surpac) and GIS is expected. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary for report writing, presentations, and stakeholder engagement. You will collaborate closely with engineers, geophysicists, and other specialists to ensure the successful execution of exploration strategies. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to significant discoveries and shape the future of mineral resource development. The successful candidate will lead field teams, manage budgets, and contribute to the company's strategic growth objectives, balancing remote analytical work with essential field assessments.
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