RPO Recruitment’s Client is urgently seeking the expertise of an Resource Geologist in the Northern Cape. The purpose of this role is to provide geological expertise in the development, maintenance, and interpretation of resource models that guide safe, efficient, and economically viable mining. The Resource Geologist plays a key role in ore body delineation, grade control, and reconciliation, ensuring that mining activities align with the geological model and strategic mine plan. This position supports cross-functional collaboration with the mine planning, survey, and production teams, and ensures that resource estimation and reporting adhere to industry standards and compliance requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, update, and maintain 3D geological and resource models using appropriate software
- Conduct geological interpretations based on drillhole data, mapping, sampling, and geophysical results
- Plan, coordinate, and supervise grade control drilling and sampling activities to ensure quality and representativeness
- Ensure accurate and timely data capture, validation, and management of geological databases
- Perform resource estimations and classifications in line with industry standards
- Collaborate with mine planning and production teams to ensure alignment between resource models and short- to long-term mine plans
- Monitor and report on reconciliation between resource models, grade control results, and actual production
- Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal use and external compliance reporting
- Provide geological support and recommendations for exploration, pit expansion, or mine development activities
- Promote and adhere to health, safety, and environmental standards in all geological activities
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, or a related Earth Science field (Honours or Master’s degree advantageous).
- A minimum of 5- 8years’ experience in a resource geology role, preferably within mining environment.
- Must be physically fit and able to work in a hot, dusty, and physically demanding environment.
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- Salary: negotiable.
- Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
- Apply for this role today, contact Lee Wilhelm at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn
- You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: www.rporecruitment.co.za or email us your CV: mining@rporecruitment.us
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.