Senior Geophysicist - Seismic Interpretation

Placements24; Queenstown; Remote; NZD 213,000 - 337,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Bonuses

Career growth

Remote-friendly

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geophysicist with seismic interpretation expertise to join a fully remote team. You will identify hydrocarbon prospects, perform seismic interpretation, and contribute to exploration strategy across global projects.

The role requires 8+ years in seismic interpretation within Oil & Gas, a Master’s or PhD in Geophysics, and proficiency with Petrel, Kingdom Suite, and GeoGraphix. Remote collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Geophysics or related Earth Science
• 8+ years of hands-on seismic interpretation experience in Oil & Gas
• Proficiency with Petrel, Kingdom Suite, GeoGraphix
• Strong understanding of seismic acquisition, processing and migration
• Experience integrating well logs, core data and other geological information

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive seismic data interpretation including structural and stratigraphic analysis
• Integrate seismic data with well logs and core data to build subsurface models
• Identify and mature exploration prospects and de-risk plays
• Utilize seismic attributes, inversion techniques and visualization tools
• Collaborate with geologists and reservoir engineers for integrated interpretations
• Prepare geophysical reports and prospect evaluations for stakeholders
• Contribute to seismic acquisition and processing programs
• Mentor junior geophysicists and stay updated on new technologies

Skills

Seismic interpretation

Data integration

Analytical thinking

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Geophysics

PhD in Geophysics

Tools

Petrel

Kingdom Suite

GeoGraphix

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in the Oil & Gas industry, is seeking an experienced Senior Geophysicist with specialized expertise in seismic interpretation to join their fully remote team. This role is critical for identifying and evaluating potential hydrocarbon resources by leveraging advanced seismic data analysis. You will play a key role in prospect generation, risk assessment, and contributing to the exploration strategy. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of seismic processing, attribute analysis, and subsurface modeling, coupled with proficiency in industry-standard interpretation software. We are looking for a highly analytical and collaborative individual who can work effectively in a remote setting, contributing to exploration projects that span across various geological settings. This is a unique opportunity to utilize your skills in seismic interpretation to drive exploration success in a flexible, remote-first work environment, supporting global initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive seismic data interpretation, including structural and stratigraphic analysis.


• Integrate seismic data with well logs, core data, and other geological information to build robust subsurface models.


• Identify and mature exploration prospects and de-risk exploration plays.


• Utilize advanced seismic attributes, inversion techniques, and visualization tools.


• Collaborate with geologists, reservoir engineers, and other geoscientists to form integrated subsurface interpretations.


• Prepare detailed geophysical reports, presentations, and prospect evaluations for internal stakeholders and partners.


• Contribute to the development and execution of seismic acquisition and processing programs.


• Mentor junior geophysicists and share expertise within the geoscience team.


• Stay abreast of new technologies and methodologies in seismic interpretation and geophysical analysis.


• Participate actively in exploration team meetings and strategy sessions.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Geophysics, Geology, or a related Earth Science discipline.


• Minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience in seismic data interpretation within the Oil & Gas exploration sector.


• Proficiency with industry-standard seismic interpretation software (e.g., Petrel, Kingdom Suite, GeoGraphix).


• Strong understanding of seismic acquisition, processing, and migration principles.


• Proven ability to integrate multi-disciplinary datasets for prospect evaluation.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills, suitable for remote team collaboration.


• Experience with seismic attribute analysis and inversion techniques is essential.


• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects effectively in a remote setup.

Benefits

• Comprehensive global health coverage


• Retirement savings plans


• Substantial performance-based bonuses


• Professional growth, offering access to cutting-edge technologies, advanced training programs, and opportunities to work on diverse international projects


• Fully remote role offering unparalleled flexibility and optimal work-life integration