Exploration Geologist - Zambia
Core
Generate exploration targets and design/oversee field programs from target definition through resource expansion for critical mineral deposits.
Role type
Exploration Geologist
Builds
Exploration targets and field programs for copper, lithium, and cobalt deposits
Domain
Mining / Critical Minerals
Required skills
Ore deposit type knowledge, field program execution, geological mapping, sampling, drilling program management, team supervision, community engagement, health and safety compliance
Preferred skills
Programming/scripting (Python, R, C/C++), geostatistics, GIS/3D modeling (QGIS, ArcGIS, Leapfrog, ioGAS), generative analysis
Technologies
ArcGIS, QGIS, Python, R, C/C++, Leapfrog, ioGAS (via careerplan.io/jobs/4737911005-exploration-geologist-zambia-at-zambold)
Responsibilities
Collect and analyze geoscientific datasets to identify and prioritize exploration targets; Design, budget, permit, and execute field programs from grassroots mapping to large drilling campaigns; Provide technical guidance and supervision for field technician teams; Collaborate with data scientists to implement analytical methods; Assist in local community engagement and stakeholder communications
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC