About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and growing mining exploration company, is seeking a strategic and experienced Principal Exploration Manager to join their leadership team in Kimberley, Northern Cape . This role is critical for identifying, evaluating, and advancing new exploration opportunities across a diverse range of commodities and geological terrains. You will be responsible for developing and executing exploration strategies, managing exploration budgets, leading multi-disciplinary teams, and ensuring the discovery of economically viable mineral deposits. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in exploration project management, a deep understanding of geological prospectivity, and excellent business acumen. This position offers the opportunity to shape the future exploration pipeline of a forward-thinking company.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop and implement strategic exploration plans and targets in line with company objectives.
- Manage and oversee all phases of exploration projects, from conceptualization to resource definition.
- Lead and mentor exploration geologists, geophysicists, and other technical staff.
- Manage exploration budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and adherence to financial targets.
- Evaluate new project opportunities, including data acquisition, due diligence, and prospectivity analysis.
- Collaborate with external partners, government agencies, and community stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant exploration regulations, permitting, and reporting requirements.




- Prepare comprehensive technical and financial reports for senior management and the board.
- Stay abreast of the latest exploration technologies, methodologies, and industry trends.
- Contribute to corporate strategy development and mergers & acquisitions activities related to exploration.

Requirements

- MSc or PhD in Economic Geology, Exploration Geochemistry, or a related Earth Science discipline.
- A minimum of 12 years of experience in mineral exploration, with significant experience in project management and leadership.
- Proven success in discovering economic mineral deposits.
- Expertise in target generation, prospect evaluation, and exploration program design.
- Proficiency in geological modeling, GIS, and exploration data management software.
- Strong understanding of corporate finance, economics, and deal-making in the mining sector.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- Experience working in various geological settings and commodity types.
- Willingness to travel extensively for project site visits and business development.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, substantial performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package. This hybrid role, based in Kimberley, Northern Cape , provides a strategic leadership chance within the exploration sector. Work on exciting projects with a company focused on growth and innovation. Professional development and career advancement opportunities are a priority. Join a collaborative and experienced team driving new mineral discoveries.

📌 Principal Exploration Manager - Strategic Growth (Kimberley)
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📍 Kimberley