Job title: Field Geologist
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Mining
Salary type: Annual
Job published: 09-03-2026
Job ID: 69766
Contact name: Anita Ferreira
Phone number: +27823358929
Contact email: anita@geotech.co.za

Job Description

Essence of the job:

Reporting to the Exploration Manager, The Field Geologist will support the delivery of site-based exploration programs through high-quality field execution, geological data collection, logging, sampling and operational support to drilling and surface programs.

This is a hands-on, field-focused role, responsible for ensuring accurate data capture, safe field practices and timely technical inputs that support interpretation, targeting and advancement decisions.

The role is suited to a developing exploration geologist looking to build strong technical and operational capability in a remote, gold–copper exploration environment.

Qualification:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geology or Earth Sciences.

 

Minimum Requirements:

5 to 10 years’ experience in mineral exploration geology, primarily in field-based roles.

Demonstrated experience supporting drilling programs and field campaigns.

Exposure to gold–copper exploration environments, including:

Porphyry and/or epithermal systems (preferred).

Core and/or RC logging and sampling.

Experience working in remote or developing jurisdictions is strongly preferred.

Willingness to work in a physically demanding, remote field environment.