Project Leader - KL

Shearwater; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Individual learning plan

Progression opportunities

Global, diverse teams

Culture of transparency and ownership

Job summary

Shearwater in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Project Leader for the Processing & Imaging team to deliver seismic processing and imaging projects, ensuring quality, safety, and client satisfaction. You will own projects from planning through execution and lead reviews with global teams.

You'll combine strong people leadership with hands-on delivery, coaching geophysicists, and fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and technical excellence across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Requires a degree in Geophysics, Physics, or a related scientific discipline.
• Strong experience in Time and Depth Imaging.
• Leads a team and delivers seismic processing/imaging projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of processing geophysicists to deliver seismic processing and imaging projects.
• Own projects from planning through execution and ensure quality, safety, and client satisfaction.
• Present project reviews and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Time imaging

Depth imaging

Education

Degree in Geophysics

Degree in Physics

Related scientific discipline

Job description

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Who we are.

We are a global marine geoscience and technology business. We are pioneers using ground-breaking technology to study what lies beneath the ocean floor. We help energy companies plan ahead, accelerating responsible use of the planet’s resources. We provide marine seismic data, imaging products and data processing software. Our teams offer unparalleled acquisition capability to our clients, providing them with the tools they need to reduce exploration risks and maximize their production efficiency.

Can you inspire people while delivering exceptional projects? We're looking for a Project Leader to join our Processing and Imaging team in Kuala Lumpur. Candidates must have the legal right to work in Malaysia.

In this exciting role, you’ll lead a team of talented processing geophysicists, driving both people and project success. You’ll set the standard for excellence, ensuring our expertise is applied effectively to meet client and business objectives. Beyond project delivery, you’ll foster a collaborative, knowledge-sharing culture that helps your team grow their skills, careers, and confidence while contributing to best practices across the organisation.

Technically Speaking…

You'll hold a degree in Geophysics, Physics, or a related scientific discipline, with strong experience in Time and Depth Imaging. As a Project Leader within the Processing & Imaging (P&I) team, you will lead the successful delivery of seismic processing and imaging projects, ensuring the highest standards of quality, technical excellence, and client satisfaction. You will take ownership of assigned projects from planning through execution, overseeing quality control processes, approving key technical decisions, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and on schedule. You will serve as the primary technical point of contact for clients, leading project reviews and presentations while fostering strong relationships through professional communication and a commitment to excellence. Working closely with global P&I teams, software developers, R&D, Sales, and IT/HPC groups, you will drive collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the implementation of best practices and innovative technologies that enhance project performance and operational efficiency.

In Personal Terms…

We're looking for a leader who understands that exceptional results come from combining strong people leadership with effective project delivery. You'll be passionate about delivering high-quality products and services that exceed client expectations while creating an environment where your team can thrive.

You’ll be highly organised and forward-thinking, with the ability to plan effectively, manage competing priorities, and communicate clear goals, expectations, and timelines to a range of stakeholders. Curious and innovative by nature, you're not afraid to challenge the status quo. You actively seek out opportunities to improve processes, embrace new technologies, and develop creative solutions to complex geophysical challenges.

People development is a key part of your leadership approach. You'll enjoy coaching and mentoring team members at all stages of their careers, helping them build their skills, confidence, and technical expertise.

Most importantly, you'll foster an inclusive, collaborative culture where individuals are empowered to perform at their best and share a collective commitment to excellence.

What does Shearwater offer you?

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• The opportunity to apply and adapt your professional and academic experience for business needs.
• A promise to fill any knowledge gaps with an individual learning plan, in an environment that encourages progression.
• The chance to work in one of the world’s most exciting industries in teams that are diverse and global.
• A culture of transparency, ownership and continuous improvement

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