Senior Exploration Geologist

Job Purpose

To design, manage, and interpret greenfields and brownfields exploration programs, leading to resource definition and drill target generation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design exploration programs including geological mapping, geochemical sampling (soil, rock, stream sediments), and geophysical surveys (IP, magnetics, EM)
• Supervise drill programs from target generation to final logging and sampling
• Conduct structural and alteration mapping and ore body modeling using 3D software (Leapfrog, Datamine, Micromine)
• Ensure QA/QC of sampling and assay data and validate database integrity
• Prepare technical reports (internal and regulatory) and JORC/NI 43-101 compliant resource estimates
• Mentor junior geologists and field assistants
• Manage exploration budgets, contractor performance, and camp logistics

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology (Master's degree preferred)
• Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo., P.Geol., or EurGeol) – eligible or registered

Experience Required

• 10+ years in mineral exploration, with at least 4 years in a senior role
• Successfully advanced at least one project from discovery to resource definition

Core Competencies

• Advanced 3D modeling and interpretation
• Strong understanding of deposit types (orogenic gold, VMS, porphyry copper, lithium pegmatites)
• Remote team management and stakeholder liaison (landowners, government, JV partners)

Position Details

Company: Goldfield Resources Limited
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Mining – Science & Engineering, Energy & Mining, Management