Senior Exploration Geologist & Prospect Leader

Anton; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Anton is seeking a Consultant - Geologist (Exploration and Production Geology) to lead geological studies and supervise geologists and technicians. You will oversee exploration projects, evaluate basins, and integrate geophysical data to identify drillable plays.

The role requires a PhD in Geology and 20+ years in petroleum geology, including 15+ years in E&P, plus strong leadership and communication skills to mentor teams and coordinate multidisciplinary work across regions.

Qualifications

• PhD in Geology or related discipline is required.
• 20+ years of petroleum geology experience, including 15+ years in Exploration & Production (E&P).
• Extensive experience in exploration and appraisal studies, basin analysis, and petroleum system interpretation.
• Strong experience in geological and geostatistical modelling, structural and stratigraphic interpretation, and prospect generation.
• Proven ability to integrate geological and geophysical data to develop regional frameworks and identify exploration opportunities.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams comprising geologists, geophysicists, geochemists, petroleum engineers, and reservoir engineers.
• International experience with major or independent E&P companies is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance and supervision to geologists and technicians and oversee assigned geological activities and projects.
• Advise geologists on technical assignments, exploration studies, and wellsite activities, ensuring appropriate methods, procedures, and work priorities are followed.
• Lead exploration and appraisal projects using modern geological methods and recommend optimal locations for exploration and appraisal wells.
• Plan and supervise detailed geological studies and apply appropriate analytical techniques and geoscience technologies.
• Review and evaluate geological studies, reports, models, and interpretations prepared by subordinate geologists to ensure technical accuracy and completeness.
• Develop and evaluate geological and geostatistical models for play and prospect assessment.
• Evaluate sedimentary basins to identify hydrocarbon accumulations and develop stratigraphic and structural maps, cross-sections, correlations, and integrated geological interpretations.
• Analyze basin evolution, paleostructural development, paleogeography, depositional environments, facies distribution, and tectonic history.
• Integrate subsurface geological and geophysical data to develop regional stratigraphic frameworks, identify new exploration plays, and generate drillable prospects.
• Identify subtle traps, evaluate prospectivity, and assess the hydrocarbon potential of prospects and underdeveloped reservoirs.
• Develop short- and long-term exploration strategies, including feasibility studies, exploration priorities, budgets, planning, and schedules.
• Integrate data from multiple sources to support exploration decision-making and identify opportunities for new hydrocarbon discoveries.
• Prepare specialized geological reports, maintain geological records, and ensure accurate and timely technical documentation.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams comprising geologists, geophysicists, geochemists, petroleum engineers, and reservoir engineers.
• Provide technical mentoring and knowledge transfer to geological personnel and support continuous improvement of exploration workflows.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical

Problem-solving

Planning

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

PhD in Geology

Job description

Anton is seeking a Consultant - Geologist (Exploration and Production Geology) to lead geological studies and supervise geologists and technicians. You will oversee exploration projects, evaluate basins, and integrate geophysical data to identify drillable plays.

The role requires a PhD in Geology and 20+ years in petroleum geology, including 15+ years in E&P, plus strong leadership and communication skills to mentor teams and coordinate multidisciplinary work across regions.