Job Description

Position: Exploration Geologist
Location: Tanzania (Field-Based – Gold Project)
Employment Type: Contract (Initial 6 Months – Renewable)

A growing gold exploration and development project in Tanzania is seeking a competent and results-driven Exploration Geologist to oversee and execute a trench sampling program targeting oxidised gold mineralisation.

This role is field-based and requires strong practical experience in structural mapping, trench logging, and gold sampling programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Geological mapping of trenches and exposed mineralisation
• Identification of oxide, transitional, and sulphide zones
• Structural mapping (strike/dip measurements, shear zones, vein systems)
• Design and supervision of trench sampling programs
• Accurate channel sampling and sample marking
• Implementation of QA/QC procedures (blanks, standards, duplicates)
• Supervision of field assistants and samplers
• Daily field reporting and geological logging
• Compilation of trench logs and assay data
• Preparation of summary technical reports

Minimum Requirements

• BSc Degree in Geology or related field
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in gold exploration
• Proven experience in trench and channel sampling
• Strong understanding of oxidised gold systems
• Experience working in greenstone belt environments preferred
• Knowledge of QA/QC sampling protocols
• Ability to work independently in remote field conditions
• Basic proficiency in geological software (QGIS, Surpac, Leapfrog or similar)

Desired Competencies

• Strong field discipline and attention to detail
• Practical understanding of gold mineralisation controls
• Ability to interpret geological structures
• Good communication and reporting skills
• High integrity and accountability

Remuneration
Competitive salary commensurate with experience and performance.

Application Process

• Interested candidates should submit:
• Updated CV
• Copies of academic certificates
• Contact details of at least two referees

Applications should be sent to: [email protected]  

Deadline: 15th March 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Skills Required

• Adaptability skills