Geologist - Exploration

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary & incentives

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Vacation & PTO

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Geologist specializing in exploration to join our team in Welkom. You will analyze geological, geophysical, and geochemical data, interpret seismic information, and contribute to exploration strategies to identify new hydrocarbon reserves.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Geology or related Earth Science, at least six years of oil and gas exploration experience, and proficiency with Petrel and GeoGraphix.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Geophysics, or related Earth Science.
• Minimum of 6 years of oil and gas exploration geology experience.
• Proficiency in Petrel, GeoGraphix and seismic interpretation tools.
• Strong understanding of structural geology, sedimentology and stratigraphy.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Analyze geological, geophysical, and geochemical data to identify hydrocarbon areas.
• Interpret seismic, well log, and core data to build subsurface models.
• Evaluate prospectivity and economic viability of targets.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers and drilling teams during exploration.
• Prepare detailed geological reports and presentations for management.
• Stay updated on new exploration technologies and methods.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Geology/Geophysics

Tools

Petrel

GeoGraphix

Seismic interpretation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Geologist specializing in exploration to join their team in Welkom . This role is crucial for identifying and evaluating potential new hydrocarbon reserves. You will be responsible for analyzing geological data, interpreting seismic information, and contributing to exploration strategies. This is a prime opportunity for a geoscientist to contribute to the company's future growth and success in the Free State region , working with advanced technologies and a team of experienced professionals dedicated to discovering new energy resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze geological, geophysical, and geochemical data to identify potential hydrocarbon-bearing areas.
• Interpret seismic, well log, and core data to construct subsurface geological models.
• Evaluate the prospectivity and economic viability of exploration targets.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers and drilling teams during the exploration phase.
• Prepare detailed geological reports and presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of new exploration technologies and methodologies in the oil and gas industry.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Geophysics, or a related Earth Science discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in oil and gas exploration geology.
• Proficiency in geological modeling software (e.g., Petrel, GeoGraphix) and seismic interpretation tools.
• Strong understanding of structural geology, sedimentology, and stratigraphy.
• Experience with basin analysis and play fairway mapping.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and performance-related incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Generous vacation and paid time off allowances.
• Support for professional development, including conferences and training.
• Exposure to diverse geological challenges in the Welkom area.