Subsurface Geologist - New Ventures

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health benefits

International exposure

Flexible schedule

Strategic impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Subsurface Geologist to join an exploration team focused on new ventures. The role is primarily remote, with global collaboration and key ties to frontier basins. You will analyze datasets, identify plays, and evaluate opportunities across prospective regions.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or Ph.D. in Geology or related Earth Science, with 7+ years in exploration geology, strong basin analysis, and proficiency in Petrel or Kingdom.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Geology, Petroleum Geology, or a related Earth Science discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in exploration geology, with a track record in new ventures or frontier exploration.
• Expertise in basin analysis and play fairway mapping.
• Proficiency with industry-standard geological software (Petrel, Kingdom).
• Strong understanding of tectonic settings, sedimentology, and structural geology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regional geological studies to identify new exploration plays and fairways.
• Integrate and interpret seismic, well logs, gravity, and magnetic data.
• Use geological modeling and basin analysis software to assess prospectivity.
• Evaluate exploration opportunities, including risk and economic viability.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and present findings to management and partners.
• Collaborate with geophysicists, reservoir engineers, and business development teams.

Skills

Geology expertise

Petroleum geology

Basin analysis

Play fairway mapping

Seismic interpretation

Data analysis

Technical communication

Education

Master's degree in Geology or related Earth Science

PhD in Geology or related Earth Science

Tools

Petrel

Kingdom

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a motivated and innovative Subsurface Geologist with a focus on new ventures to join their exploration team. This role will be primarily remote, allowing for flexible work arrangements while contributing to the identification and evaluation of new exploration opportunities within prospective geological basins. You will analyze large datasets, identify potential plays, and collaborate with international teams to drive strategic growth. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the future exploration portfolio of the company from anywhere in the world, with key operational ties to regions like the Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regional geological studies to identify and characterize new exploration plays and fairways.
• Integrate and interpret diverse subsurface data, including seismic, well logs, gravity, and magnetic data.
• Utilize advanced geological modeling and basin analysis software to assess prospectivity.
• Evaluate exploration opportunities, including risk assessment and economic viability.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and present findings and recommendations to management and partners.
• Collaborate with geophysicists, reservoir engineers, and business development teams.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geology, Petroleum Geology, or a related Earth Science discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in exploration geology , with a strong track record in new ventures or frontier exploration.
• Expertise in basin analysis and play fairway mapping.
• Proficiency with industry-standard geological and geophysical software (e.g., Petrel, Kingdom).
• Strong understanding of tectonic settings, sedimentology, and structural geology.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills suitable for a remote collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive remote salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and international exposure.
• Work remotely with the flexibility to manage your own schedule.
• Contribute strategically to the growth and success of the oil and gas industry from your chosen location, influencing exploration strategies that may impact areas near Kimberley .