Copper Quail Global

Junior Geologist

Copper Quail Global  •  Republic of Côte d’Ivoire (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description


Key Responsibilities


  • Assist the Senior Geologist in preliminary screening, technical
    evaluation, and due diligence of mining projects.

  • Participate in field reconnaissance, geological surveys,
    sampling, and on-site data collection for mineral projects in Côte
    d'Ivoire.

  • Support the planning and execution of mineral exploration
    programs, including geological mapping, trenching, drilling coordination,
    and sample management.

  • Collect, organize, and analyze information on mineral
    resources, project opportunities, industry trends, and policy developments
    across different regions of Côte d'Ivoire.

  • Assist in communication and coordination with local government
    authorities, mining regulatory bodies, partners, communities, and service
    providers.

  • Contribute to the preparation of site visit reports, geological
    technical reports, exploration progress reports, and project evaluation
    memos.

  • Help identify potential project risks, including geological,
    compliance, licensing, and field execution risks.

  • Perform other related tasks assigned by the company and the
    Senior Geologist.


Requirements



Qualifications


  • Bachelor's degree or above in Geology, Mineral Exploration,
    Resource Exploration Engineering, Earth Sciences, or a related field.

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in mining, geological
    investigation, mineral exploration, or related industries.

  • Familiar with mining conditions across Côte d'Ivoire, including
    major minerals, resource distribution, key mining regions, and industry
    developments.

  • Good understanding of Côte d'Ivoire's mining laws and
    regulations, mineral rights administration, government approval processes,
    and regulatory practices.

  • Strong field geology experience and ability to adapt to
    long-term or frequent field assignments in West Africa.

  • Capable of mineral project evaluation, geological surveys,
    sampling, data compilation, and technical report preparation.

  • Strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability
    to work effectively with government agencies, local partners, communities,
    and technical teams.

  • Responsible, detail-oriented, and proactive, with strong
    execution ability, teamwork spirit, and problem-solving skills.


Preferred Qualifications


  • Experience with gold, manganese, iron ore, lithium, nickel, or
    other mineral projects in Côte d'Ivoire or West Africa is preferred.

  • Familiarity with local mining authorities, mineral license
    application procedures, and mining project cooperation models is
    preferred.

  • Proficiency in French and English is preferred.

  • Proficiency in GIS, geological modeling, mapping, or other
    geology-related software is preferred.

Kindly consider your application unsuccessful should you not be contacted within 7 working days.
Copper Quail Global

About Copper Quail Global

Copper Quail Global is an international recruitment and executive search firm that connects exceptional talent with leading organizations across Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and beyond.

We specialize in Executive Search, Contingency Recruitment, Headhunting, Outsourced Staffing, and Training — helping clients build high-performing teams that drive growth and innovation.

Our strength lies in deep sector expertise and global reach. Backed by years of hands-on industry experience, our consultants partner closely with clients to deliver recruitment strategies that align with each organization’s culture, structure, and long-term goals.

We serve a wide range of industries, including Mining, Oil & Gas, Renewable Energy, FMCG, Agriculture, Financial Services, IT & Telecommunications, Engineering & Manufacturing, and NGOs.

Whether you’re scaling into new markets or strengthening your leadership pipeline, Copper Quail Global provides agile, end-to-end recruitment support designed for impact and longevity.

Why clients choose us:

🌍 Global Reach: Access to an extensive network of talent across continents.

💼 Sector Expertise: Deep understanding of your industry’s dynamics and challenges.

🧭 Tailored Solutions: Custom recruitment strategies built around your objectives.

🏆 Proven Results: A strong record of successful placements and long-term partnerships.

🤝 Exceptional Talent: Connecting you with candidates who lead, innovate, and deliver.

Copper Quail Global — Your trusted partner for global talent and local expertise.

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Johannesburg, ZA
Year Founded
2017
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