This predominantly field-based position involves supporting mineral exploration and geological field programs across Africa, with a primary focus on gold and base metals. The role involves geophysical surveys, geological studies, geological mapping, bulk sampling, demarcation, and other field-based mineral exploration activities. It suits a practical, field-oriented geologist with at least one year of mineral exploration experience and proven gold geology experience.
Responsibilities
Conduct geological reconnaissance and field investigations for mineral exploration projects
Carry out detailed geological mapping of exploration areas
Identify lithology, geological structures, alteration zones, and mineralization
Identify and document gold-bearing zones and other mineralized structures
Conduct geological studies and interpret field observations
Assist in identifying and evaluating prospective areas for gold and base-metal mineralization
Integrate geological, geophysical, geochemical, and sampling data to support exploration decisions
Participate in exploration programs targeting base metals
Conduct geological mapping and sampling in prospective base-metal areas
Identify mineralized zones and geological structures associated with base-metal deposits
Support geological interpretation and exploration target generation
Assist in integrating geophysical and geological information
Participate in geophysical survey programs
Assist with field preparation, survey setup, and data collection
Work alongside geophysicists and survey teams
Assist in identifying and marking geophysical anomalies
Correlate geophysical anomalies with geological observations
Support follow-up geological investigations of prospective anomalies
Maintain accurate field records and survey documentation
Conduct reconnaissance and detailed geological mapping
Map lithology, structures, alteration, and mineralization
Record geological observations accurately
Collect GPS/DGPS coordinates for geological features and sampling locations
Prepare geological maps, field sketches, and geological sections
Identify areas requiring additional investigation
Integrate geological mapping with geophysical and sampling results
Participate in bulk sampling programs for mineral exploration
Identify and demarcate sampling locations
Supervise and monitor bulk sample collection
Ensure samples are correctly labelled, documented, and stored
Maintain accurate sample registers and tracking records
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Coordinate sample transportation and submission for laboratory analysis
Ensure sampling activities follow approved project procedures and QA/QC requirements
Demarcate exploration areas and sampling locations
Establish and record survey points
Record accurate geographic coordinates
Mark geological features, boundaries, and mineralized zones
Perform DGPS-based geological mapping
Coordinate verification and field navigation
Maintain accurate field coordinate records
Support survey teams during exploration activities
Conduct rock, soil, sediment, and other geological sampling
Ensure correct sample identification and documentation
Maintain sample registers and field databases
Follow appropriate sampling and QA/QC procedures
Record geological observations, coordinates, photographs, and field measurements
Review laboratory assay results and correlate them with field observations
Maintain accurate and organized exploration records
Follow all project HSE policies and procedures
Use appropriate PPE during field activities
Participate in toolbox meetings and field risk assessments
Follow safe procedures around vehicles, drilling equipment, excavation, and heavy machinery
Report hazards, incidents, and unsafe conditions
Maintain high standards of personal and team safety
Conduct exploration activities in accordance with environmental requirements
Minimize environmental disturbance during field activities
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Geology, Applied Geology, Geological Engineering, Earth Sciences, Geophysics, or a related discipline
Minimum 1 year of relevant field experience
Gold geology / gold exploration experience is mandatory
Practical experience in geological fieldwork
Experience in geological mapping and mineral exploration
Willingness to work in remote locations
Willingness to travel internationally across Africa
Ability to work in challenging field environments
Practical exposure to gold-bearing geological formations
Practical exposure to gold mineralization and alteration systems
Practical exposure to identification of quartz veins and associated mineralization
Practical exposure to structural controls on gold mineralization
Practical exposure to surface geological mapping for gold exploration
Practical exposure to gold-focused sampling programs
Practical exposure to interpretation of geological and mineralization patterns
Practical exposure to reconnaissance and prospecting for gold deposits
Comfortable using DGPS in field conditions
Hands-on DGPS experience is highly preferred
Field-oriented and practical
Physically fit and capable of extended fieldwork
Comfortable working independently
Detail-oriented and accurate
Strong in geological observation and interpretation
Adaptable to different working environments and cultures
A good team player
Safety-conscious
Reliable and disciplined
Willing to work on project-based assignments
Nice to have:
Experience with different types of gold deposits and geological settings
Experience with copper, lead, zinc, nickel, cobalt, or other base metals
Experience with geophysical methods such as IP, resistivity, magnetic, electromagnetic, or other exploration techniques
Hands-on experience in gold exploration
Hands-on experience in gold geology
Hands-on experience in base-metal exploration
Hands-on experience in geological mapping
Hands-on experience in geophysical surveys
Hands-on experience in bulk sampling
Hands-on experience in DGPS surveying
Hands-on experience in demarcation
Hands-on experience in geological reconnaissance
Hands-on experience in rock and soil sampling
Hands-on experience in trenching and pitting
Hands-on experience in drilling and drill-site geological work
Hands-on experience in geochemical exploration
Hands-on experience in mineralization mapping
Strong practical geological field skills
Good understanding of gold geology and mineralization
Geological mapping experience
Knowledge of mineral exploration techniques
Familiarity with geophysical survey activities
Bulk sampling experience
DGPS operation and coordinate collection
Basic GIS and spatial-data knowledge
Geological data recording and interpretation
Basic understanding of geochemical and assay results
Good technical report-writing skills
Good Microsoft Excel skills
Knowledge of ArcGIS, QGIS, AutoCAD, Surpac, Leapfrog, Micromine, or similar software
Important Details
Employment type: Full-Time / Project-Based
Project Region: Africa
Potential Project Countries: Zambia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, Ghana, Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Democratic Republic of Congo, other African countries
Schedule: May require working extended hours depending on exploration activities
Travel: Extensive travel within project locations; international travel for project assignments
Other conditions: Required to work in remote exploration areas, work outdoors for extended periods, walk significant distances across exploration terrain, work in varying climatic and environmental conditions, stay at remote camps or project accommodation