Job Description

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!