Senior Subsurface Geoscientist - Remote

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary bonus

Remote work

Health/dental/vision insurance

Professional development budget

International projects

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Subsurface Geoscientist for a fully remote role, supporting global exploration and development. You will integrate geological, geophysical, and engineering data to build subsurface models and guide drilling decisions from Kimberley region-based projects.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in oil and gas, expertise in seismic interpretation and uncertainty analysis, and can collaborate effectively with international teams in a remote setup.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geology, Geophysics, or related Earth Science discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in subsurface geoscience, oil and gas industry background.
• Expertise in seismic interpretation, geological modeling, and uncertainty analysis.
• Familiarity with reservoir characterization techniques and exploration workflows.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and remote communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Integrate geological, geophysical, and petrophysical data to develop subsurface models.
• Perform prospectivity analysis and risk assessment for exploration opportunities.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers and drilling teams to optimize well planning.
• Use advanced software for data visualization, modeling, and interpretation.
• Contribute to regional and field development studies with subsurface insights.
• Mentor junior geoscientists and share technical expertise remotely.

Skills

Seismic interpretation

Geological modeling

Uncertainty analysis

Reservoir characterization

Exploration workflows

Virtual communication

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Geology/Geophysics

Tools

Seismic interpretation software

Geological modeling software

Data visualization tools

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Subsurface Geoscientist for a fully remote position, to support their global exploration and development initiatives, with key strategic input influencing activities originating from the Kimberley region. This pivotal role involves integrating geological, geophysical, and engineering data to build and refine subsurface models, identify hydrocarbon potential, and guide drilling and development decisions. You will leverage advanced technologies and analytical techniques to contribute to high-impact exploration and production projects, working independently and collaborating virtually with diverse international teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Integrate and interpret geological, geophysical, and petrophysical data to develop comprehensive subsurface models.
• Perform detailed prospectivity analysis and risk assessment for exploration opportunities.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers and drilling teams to optimize well planning and placement.
• Utilize advanced software for data visualization, modeling, and interpretation.
• Contribute to regional and field development studies, providing key subsurface insights.
• Mentor junior geoscientists and share technical expertise across the team.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geology, Geophysics, or a related Earth Science discipline.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in subsurface geoscience, with a strong background in the oil and gas industry.
• Proven expertise in seismic interpretation, geological modeling, and uncertainty analysis.
• Familiarity with reservoir characterization techniques and exploration workflows.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and virtual communication skills for a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonus structure.
• Fully remote working environment offering maximum flexibility and autonomy.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous budget for professional development, training, and conference attendance.
• Opportunity to work on challenging international projects from your chosen location, impacting the future of energy exploration.