Senior Resource Geologist
Multi-commodity resource estimation leaders, your expertise is in demand!
- Based in Centurion, Gauteng
- Geological modelling | Resource estimation | Technical sign-off
- Travel across Africa & internationally
- Permanent role | Hybrid flexibility | EE candidates preferred
- Market-related salary package
A specialist mining consultancy is searching for a Senior Resource Geologist to lead advanced geological modelling, Mineral Resource estimation, and exploration advisory across multiple commodities. This is a senior technical position suited to a results-oriented professional who thrives in fast-paced, consulting-led environments, someone who can work across the value chain, deliver high-quality outputs, and mentor others in the art and science of resource estimation.
If you are ready to take ownership of project delivery, collaborate with top-tier professionals, and contribute to a team that values precision, innovation, and continuous learning, read on.
Your impact:
- Drive end-to-end Mineral Resource estimation projects across gold, platinum, copper, iron ore, coal, and industrial minerals.
- Execute geological modelling using both traditional and implicit methods.
- Apply exploratory data analysis, domaining, geostatistics, and reconciliation processes.
- Deliver accurate, defendable block models and Resource statements.
- Compile and contribute to technical reports in line with JORC, SAMREC, and NI 43-101.
- Serve as Competent Person where eligible and qualified.
- Support clients with exploration planning and decision-making.
- Manage and validate geological databases, QA/QC, and internal admin protocols.
- Train and guide junior geologists on software, methods, and technical reasoning.
- Contribute to proposals and develop long-term client relationships.
What you bring:
- MSc in Geology (essential).
- 8+ years of geological experience, including:
- 5+ years in production geology
- 5+ years in Mineral Resource estimation
- 5+ years in consulting (experience may overlap)
- SACNASP registration (required).
- Technical depth across Datamine, Leapfrog Geo, Leapfrog Edge, and Surpac.
- Strong writing, reporting, and client engagement capabilities.
- Organised, deadline-driven, and proactive with a quality-first mindset.
- A team player with mentoring skills and a drive to uplift internal capability.
- Willingness to travel within South Africa and across African jurisdictions as needed.
What''s in it for you:
- Join a respected, technically advanced consultancy working across Africa and beyond.
- Work with credible senior professionals who value your insight and independence.
- Access meaningful, complex work that spans exploration through to reporting.
- Help shape resource estimation processes and influence project decisions.
- Enjoy hybrid flexibility, structured learning, and long-term career development.
If you are driven by meaningful geological work and ready to take your consulting career to the next level, I want to hear from you!
