Senior Resource Geologist

7 days ago

Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa The Legends Agency Full time R1 200 000 - R2 400 000 per year


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
  • 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


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