Senior Geologist (Resource Estimation / Reserves / QAQC / Data Analysis) – Eastern Africa

Reference Number: 073-1704KV

Job Description:

Our client, a listed mineral development company focused on critical minerals, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Geologist to take ownership of the company’s geology function across multiple African projects. Reporting directly to the CEO, this role will be primarily remote and will focus on consolidating and analysing geological data, ensuring compliance with international reporting standards, and supporting resource and reserve estimation. The successful candidate will play a key role in both existing project delivery and new project evaluation, contributing to strategic decision-making at a corporate level.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement geological work plans, schedules, and budgets in collaboration with the CEO
• Ensure compliance with EHS standards across geology operations
• Establish and manage QAQC systems, including SOP development and implementation
• Oversee geological data handling, processing, validation, and review
• Coordinate and manage service providers (database systems, laboratories, consultants, competent persons)
• Monitor, supervise, and support field teams remotely, with occasional site visits
• Support techno-economic modelling and project evaluation
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, maps, and data outputs for internal and external stakeholders
• Identify and generate targets aligned with company growth strategy
• Conduct technical due diligence and project reviews for potential acquisitions

Experience and Skills:

• Degree or Advanced Degree in Geology or Mineral Exploration
• Minimum 6–10 years’ experience in mineral exploration and/or mining across multiple commodities
• Strong experience in resource modelling and estimation
• Proficiency in geological modelling and mining software (e.g. Leapfrog, Datamine, Surpac, Micromine)
• Experience with GIS software
• Strong QAQC and data management experience
• Familiarity with international reporting standards (JORC, NI 43-101, SAMREC or equivalent)
• Experience with techno-economic modelling and project evaluation
• Exposure to metallurgy and/or mining engineering advantageous
• Experience in mineral sands, gold, copper or similar commodities preferred

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Kerrin van Schalkwyk

Executive Talent Consultant

CA Mining

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