Exploration Geologist - New Ventures

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 77,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

provident fund

Career development opportunities

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an ambitious Exploration Geologist to join the New Ventures team in Kimberley. The role focuses on identifying hydrocarbon basins, integrating datasets, and evaluating frontier areas for global opportunities in a hybrid work setting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in exploration geology, strong sedimentology/structural geology knowledge, and proficiency with Petrel, Kingdom Suite, and ArcGIS. South Africa work authorization is required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geology or related Earth Science with emphasis on petroleum exploration.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in exploration geology within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proven experience in basin analysis, play fairway mapping, and petroleum systems evaluation.
• Proficiency in geological software packages (e.g., Petrel, Kingdom Suite, ArcGIS).
• Strong understanding of structural geology, sedimentology, and sequence stratigraphy.
• Experience with seismic interpretation and well log analysis is essential.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment based in the Northern Cape.
• Must hold legal authorization to work in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed geological assessments of prospective basins and exploration areas.
• Integrate and interpret geological, geophysical (seismic), and well data to define play concepts and map petroleum systems.
• Perform basin analysis, including source rock evaluation, reservoir characterization, and seal analysis.
• Identify and rank exploration opportunities based on geological risk and potential reward.
• Utilize geological modeling software and GIS tools for data integration and visualization.
• Collaborate closely with geophysicists, reservoir engineers, and other exploration team members.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for exploration strategy and acreage acquisition.
• Stay abreast of the latest exploration technologies and geological concepts.
• Contribute to the development of new exploration ventures and strategies.

Skills

Geology

Sedimentology

Play fairway analysis

Education

Master's degree in Geology or related Earth Science with petroleum exploration emphasis

Tools

Petrel

Kingdom Suite

ArcGIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and growing exploration company in the Oil & Gas sector, is seeking an ambitious Exploration Geologist to join their New Ventures team in Kimberley, Northern Cape . This role is pivotal in identifying and evaluating prospective hydrocarbon basins and opportunities globally. You will be responsible for analyzing regional geology, integrating diverse geological and geophysical datasets, and assessing the petroleum systems potential of frontier and emerging areas. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of sedimentology, stratigraphy, structural geology, and play fairway analysis, coupled with proficiency in relevant geological software. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-impact exploration decisions in a challenging yet rewarding field. We are looking for a proactive, analytical, and collaborative individual eager to drive new exploration initiatives. The hybrid work arrangement supports focused desk-based analysis and essential team collaboration in our Kimberley office.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed geological assessments of prospective basins and exploration areas.
• Integrate and interpret geological, geophysical (seismic), and well data to define play concepts and map petroleum systems.
• Perform basin analysis, including source rock evaluation, reservoir characterization, and seal analysis.
• Identify and rank exploration opportunities based on geological risk and potential reward.
• Utilize geological modeling software and GIS tools for data integration and visualization.
• Collaborate closely with geophysicists, reservoir engineers, and other exploration team members.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for exploration strategy and acreage acquisition.
• Stay abreast of the latest exploration technologies and geological concepts.
• Contribute to the development of new exploration ventures and strategies.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Geology or a related Earth Science discipline with an emphasis on petroleum exploration.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in exploration geology within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proven experience in basin analysis, play fairway mapping, and petroleum systems evaluation.
• Proficiency in geological software packages (e.g., Petrel, Kingdom Suite, ArcGIS).
• Strong understanding of structural geology, sedimentology, and sequence stratigraphy.
• Experience with seismic interpretation and well log analysis is essential.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment based in the Northern Cape .
• Must hold legal authorization to work in South Africa .

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, and a provident fund. Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression are provided. This hybrid role, based in Kimberley , combines focused remote work with essential in-office collaboration, offering a balanced work environment. Join a dedicated team at the forefront of new discoveries in the global Oil & Gas exploration sector.