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Overview
Exploration geologists examine geochemical samples, geophysical data and deposit models, assess mineral resources and organise the technical programme that defines a viable deposit.
In job descriptions, look for mineral exploration, deposit modelling, sampling, geophysical interpretation, site assessment, resource statements, land access, environmental communication and earth science tools.
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Exploration geologists work before extraction decisions are made. Field samples, geophysical readings, mineral models, site assessments and resource statements are combined into an exploration programme.
Skills and specializations
Important strengths include interpreting geophysical data, examining geochemical samples, modelling deposits, evaluating mineral resources, communicating environmental impact and using earth science tools in field and office work.
Salary context
Pay context depends on field travel, deposit complexity, responsibility for resource statements, land access negotiation, environmental communication, project budget and whether the geologist leads an exploration programme.
Career paths
Entry can come from geology, earth sciences, geochemistry, mining support or field sampling. Development may lead toward senior exploration, resource evaluation, project geology, mineral economics or exploration management.
Good to know
Check whether vacancies name commodity type, field season, sampling method, modelling software, resource reporting and stakeholder contact. A useful advert separates exploration geology from production geology.
Editorial note
This guide gives editorial career context for exploration geologist work. It is not official labour-market statistics or salary data.
Where might this occupation occur?
This occupation may occur in several kinds of economic activity. Here are some examples and other occupations that may be found in the same areas.
Other mining and quarrying n.e.c.
This is one example. Another occupation in this activity is mine geologist.
Explore this activitySupport activities for petroleum and natural gas extraction
This occupation may also occur in this activity. Other occupations there include mine geologist, geochemist and environmental geologist.
Explore this activitySupport activities for other mining and quarrying
Another possibility is this activity. Other occupations there include mine geologist, geochemist and environmental geologist.
Explore this activityThese examples offer an overview but do not show every economic activity where the occupation may occur.
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The selection is based on how occupations are connected to economic activities in ESCO and NACE. Only a few examples are shown to make the information easier to use. The occupations were selected because they are close in occupation area and important skills. The examples are not a ranking. They do not show where most people work, where demand is highest, or which occupation is best suited to a particular person.
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O*NET relationships
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O*NET relationships: 1
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
19-2042.00
O*NET occupation is broader
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NACE Rev. 2.1
Economic activities linked to this occupation.
71.12Engineering activities and related technical consultancy71.2Technical testing and analysis09.1Support activities for petroleum and natural gas extraction43.13Test drilling and boring08.99Other mining and quarrying n.e.c.09.9Support activities for other mining and quarrying
Alternative labels
mineralogist
economic geologist
field exploration geologist
exploration geology research scientist
exploratory geologist
wellsite geologist
exploration geology scientist
exploration geology researcher
minerals engineer
exploration geology science researcher
minerals exploration geologist
senior mine geologist
exploration geological consultant
exploration geology analyst
exploration field geologist
exploration geology research analyst
Occupation group
geologist (2114.1)
Source facts
| ESCO URI | http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/ad14ec64-128c-4a72-9c1a-257a5f3b180c |
|---|---|
| ESCO code | 2114.1.2 |
| ISCO group | 2114 |
| Concept type | Occupation |