Senior Exploration Geologist - Drive Hydrocarbon Prospects

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Comprehensive health, dental, and view

Retirement savings with company plan

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Geologist to join our client’s exploration team in Welkom. You will interpret geological data, build 3D models, and assess hydrocarbon prospects to strengthen the asset portfolio within the Oil & Gas sector.

The ideal candidate has extensive exploration geology experience and excels in data interpretation, sedimentology, and basin analysis, working in a multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geology or related geoscience.
• 8+ years of experience in exploration geology, Oil & Gas.
• Proficiency with modeling software Petrel and Geolog, and data interpretation tools.
• Strong sedimentology, stratigraphy, structural geology, and basin analysis.
• Excellent analytical, mapping, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team in Welkom region.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and integrate geological, geophysical, and engineering data to identify and evaluate hydrocarbon prospects.
• Develop and refine 3D geological models for exploration targets and existing fields.
• Prepare detailed geological reports, maps, and presentations for management and technical reviews.
• Collaborate closely with reservoir engineers and geophysicists to develop integrated field development strategies.
• Contribute to the planning and execution of geological field programs, including seismic surveys and core analysis.
• Mentor junior geologists and share technical knowledge within the exploration department.

Skills

Geology

Data interpretation

Petrel

Geolog

Education

Master's degree in Geology

Tools

Petrel

Geolog

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Geologist to join our client’s exploration team in Welkom. You will interpret geological data, build 3D models, and assess hydrocarbon prospects to strengthen the asset portfolio within the Oil & Gas sector.

The ideal candidate has extensive exploration geology experience and excels in data interpretation, sedimentology, and basin analysis, working in a multidisciplinary environment.