Permanent
Senior Geologist
Unknown, Gauteng
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About this role
Employer: Gold One Group Limited
SENIOR GEOLOGIST X1 (Grading D1)
Job specification
Qualifications
* BSc (Hons) in Geology or equivalent qualification.
* Professional registration with SACNASP or eligibility to register.
Experience
* Minimum 5–7 years’ experience in geology within the mining industry.
* Proven experience in resource estimation, geological modelling, and grade control.
* Experience in underground or open pit mining environments (depending on operation).
Technical Skills
* Strong knowledge of geological modelling and resource estimation software (e.g. Leapfrog, Datamine, Surpac, Micromine).
* Experience with geological databases and data management systems.
* Knowledge of SAMREC Code and mineral resource reporting standards.
* Strong analytical and interpretation skills.
Competency
* Strategic thinking and problem-solving
* Leadership and team development
* Strong analytical and decision-making ability
* Excellent communication and reporting skills
* High attention to detail and accuracy
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage all geological project activities including exploration, grade control, orebody modelling, and resource estimation.
* Provide strategic geological input into short-, medium-, and long-term Group mine planning.
* Interpret geological data and update geological models to support production and resource optimisation.
* Ensure accurate orebody delineation and grade control to maximise resource extraction and minimise dilution.
* Oversee geological drilling programmes including planning, supervision, and interpretation of results.
* Manage geological databases and ensure integrity and accuracy of geological data.
* Compile geological reports, resource statements, and technical documentation for internal and regulatory requirements.
* Ensure compliance with SAMREC/SAMVAL reporting standards where applicable.
* Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior geologists and geological technicians.
* Collaborate with mine planning, survey, and production teams to support operational performance.
* Monitor geological risks and provide recommendations to mitigate potential impacts on mining operations.
* Ensure adherence to health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
* Position reports to Gold One Mineral Resources Manager
Adhere to MHSA standards & Gold1’s safety motto: “Nothing is so important that it cannot be done safely”