Exploration Geologist Specialist

About the role

Greenfield Exploration is hiring a full-time Specialist, Exploration Geologist for its Greenfield Exploration Projects in Tanzania. The specialist plans, coordinates and executes exploration programmes that test geological targets and exploration concepts, working in a roster-based field environment alongside the Senior Geologist and Exploration Manager. The role provides technical leadership in the field, supervises contractors and field support staff, and ensures exploration data is collected, managed and reported according to company standards.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, design and run exploration programmes that test geological concepts and targets, with clear objectives, milestones and decision points
• Supervise geological mapping, sampling, drilling support and other activities, and maintain geological maps, plans and cross-sections
• Implement and monitor QA/QC programmes and protect the confidentiality of samples and exploration data
• Coordinate daily field activities, supervise contractors and field support, and coordinate field logistics
• Promote a proactive safety culture, ensure HSEC compliance, identify hazards and report incidents
• Support the preparation of exploration work programmes and budgets, and prepare technical reports and maps for management and regulators
• Ensure compliance with licences, permits, legislation and company policies, and monitor expenditure against budgets

Required profile

• BSc (Hons) or MSc in Geology
• Minimum 5 years, typically more than 7 years, of relevant exploration experience
• Experience supervising field teams and contractors on safety and exploration matters
• Practical field experience developing exploration targets and work programmes
• Medically fit to work in remote locations with limited medical facilities
• Valid driver's licence and ability to operate 4WD vehicles

Required skills

• Geochemistry, structural geology, geological mapping, sampling methods, drilling and geophysical interpretation
• Advanced working knowledge of GIS and other exploration software
• Basic understanding of the gold mining industry, including mining, metallurgy, resources and reserves, and geotechnical engineering
• Ability to manage safety, health and environmental requirements and to assess research conclusions