Head – Exploration, Geology & Mine Planning

Key Responsibilities

1. Exploration Planning & Execution

• Lead and manage exploration activities including prospecting, geological mapping, geophysical and geochemical surveys.
• Plan and supervise Diamond Core and Reverse Circulation (RC) drilling programs from early-stage exploration to grade control during mining operations.
• Identify and evaluate potential mineral deposits and exploration blocks.

2. Geological Supervision

• Manage and guide local geology teams in:
  • Drilling supervision
  • Core logging and sampling
  • Geological interpretation
• Coordinate with laboratories for testing and analysis including:
  • Mineralogical studies
  • Metallurgical testing
  • Geotechnical analysis
  • Hydrogeological studies

3. Resource Modelling & Estimation

• Use geological software to develop:
  • 3D orebody modelling
  • Block modelling
• Conduct resource and reserve estimation in compliance with JORC standards.

4. Data Management & QA/QC

• Manage exploration data collection and maintain geological databases.
• Implement QA/QC procedures for sampling, drilling, and assay results.
• Ensure accurate reporting and validation of geological data.

5. Project Coordination

• Manage exploration teams across multiple sites and mineral zones.
• Coordinate site planning, data collection, and operational execution.
• Ensure timely completion of exploration activities and reporting.

6. Technical Reporting

• Prepare and review:
  • Geological reports
  • Exploration reports
  • Prefeasibility studies
  • Feasibility studies
• Conduct detailed evaluation of exploration blocks to identify potential mining deposits.

7. Mine Planning

• Use geological and mine planning software to generate:
  • Short-term mine plans
  • Medium-term production plans
  • Long-term mine development plans
• Conduct mine evaluation and optimization studies.

8. Site Management

• Travel between exploration and mining sites to oversee operations.
• Provide leadership, technical guidance, and supervision to field teams

Qualification

• Master’s Degree in Geology / Applied Geology
• Minimum 15+ years of experience in mineral exploration and mining geology.
• Proven experience working in African mining projects with multi-commodity deposits including:
  • Base metals
  • Precious metals
  • Strategic / critical minerals

• Required Skills:

• Strong knowledge of mineral exploration and mining geology.
• Experience in drilling programs, geological interpretation, and resource estimation.
• Knowledge of JORC reporting standards.
• Experience with geological and mine planning software such as:
  • Surpac
  • Datamine
  • Micromine
  • Leapfrog
  • Similar modelling software

• Key Competencies

• Leadership and team management.
• Multi-project and multi-location coordination.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Strategic exploration planning and evaluation.