Remote Subsurface Geologist for Hydrocarbon Exploration
Placements24
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Job summary
Placements24 is seeking a Senior Subsurface Geologist to join its remote team, supporting exploration and development projects near Randburg. This role focuses on interpreting geological data to understand subsurface structures, identify potential hydrocarbon reservoirs, and guide drilling operations.
You will utilize advanced geological modeling software and collaborate virtually with multidisciplinary teams to contribute to the company's exploration success.
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Geology or Earth Sciences with petroleum specialization.
- 7+ years in subsurface geology focusing on exploration or field development.
- Proficiency with Petrel, Kingdom Suite and GeoGraphix.
Responsibilities
- Integrate and interpret geological, geophysical, and petrophysical data to build subsurface models.
- Identify and evaluate potential hydrocarbon plays and prospects.
- Develop detailed geological interpretations for exploration and development wells.
- Prepare geological reports, presentations and maps communicating findings.
- Collaborate with reservoir engineers, geophysicists, and drilling engineers virtually.
- Monitor wellsite geological operations and provide remote support during drilling.
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Job description
Placements24 is seeking a Senior Subsurface Geologist to join its remote team, supporting exploration and development projects near Randburg. This role focuses on interpreting geological data to understand subsurface structures, identify potential hydrocarbon reservoirs, and guide drilling operations.
You will utilize advanced geological modeling software and collaborate virtually with multidisciplinary teams to contribute to the company's exploration success.
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