Geophysicist (Seismic Interpretation)

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 96,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Geophysicist with seismic interpretation expertise for our client in Queenstown (Eastern Cape). You will interpret seismic data to delineate hydrocarbon reservoirs, build robust geological models, and support exploration strategy with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include AV0 analysis, risk assessment, and preparing technical reports while leveraging Petrel, Kingdom Suite, and GeoDepth. Hybrid work model offered with ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geophysics, Geology or related Earth Science field.
• Advanced degree is preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of seismic data interpretation experience in Oil & Gas.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed 2D and 3D seismic interpretation and horizon mapping.
• Identify structures and stratigraphic features for hydrocarbon exploration.
• Integrate seismic data with well logs and cores to build geological models.
• Conduct AVO and other seismic attribute analyses.
• Assess exploration risk and contribute to prospect generation and evaluation.
• Collaborate with geologists and reservoir engineers for integrated subsurface understanding.
• Prepare interpretation reports, maps, and presentations for reviews.
• Manage and QC seismic datasets and stay updated with new techniques.

Skills

Seismic interpretation

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geophysics or related Earth Science

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Petrel

Kingdom Suite

GeoDepth

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading exploration company in the Oil & Gas sector, is seeking a skilled Geophysicist with expertise in seismic interpretation to join their team based in Queenstown, Eastern Cape . This role is crucial for identifying and delineating potential hydrocarbon reservoirs by interpreting seismic data. You will be responsible for generating geological models, assessing exploration risks, and contributing to the overall exploration strategy. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with geologists and reservoir engineers, utilizing advanced seismic processing and interpretation software. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your specialized skills in a key exploration role.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed 2D and 3D seismic data interpretation, including fault and horizon mapping.
• Identify and delineate geological structures and stratigraphic features relevant to hydrocarbon exploration.
• Integrate seismic data with well log, core, and other subsurface information to build robust geological models.
• Conduct amplitude variation with offset (AVO) analysis and other advanced seismic attribute studies.
• Assess exploration risk and uncertainty associated with seismic interpretations.
• Contribute to prospect generation and evaluation for exploration drilling campaigns.
• Collaborate with subsurface teams (geologists, reservoir engineers) to ensure integrated subsurface understanding.
• Prepare seismic interpretation reports, maps, and presentations for technical reviews.
• Manage and QC seismic datasets.
• Stay current with new seismic processing and interpretation techniques and technologies.
• Assist in the planning of seismic acquisition and reprocessing projects.
• Ensure seismic interpretations align with regional geological understanding.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Geophysics, Geology, or a related Earth Science field.
• An advanced degree is preferred.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in seismic data interpretation within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proficiency with industry-standard seismic interpretation software (e.g., Petrel, Kingdom Suite, GeoDepth).
• Strong understanding of seismic acquisition, processing, and attribute analysis.
• Experience in structural geology and sequence stratigraphy interpretation.
• Ability to integrate multiple data types to create coherent subsurface models.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience working in or with operations related to the Queenstown, Eastern Cape region is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Familiarity with geological concepts relevant to local basins.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefits, including medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• The hybrid work model provides flexibility, allowing for a mix of office-based work and remote operations.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement are provided.
• This role is based in Queenstown, Eastern Cape , offering a chance to contribute to significant exploration initiatives.