Senior Geologist - Energy Exploration & 3D Modeling Lead

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary with bonuses

Medical and retirement benefits

Field equipment and accommodation when

Job summary

Placements24 client is seeking a Senior Geologist to join their energy exploration team in Welkom. You will interpret complex geological data, develop exploration models, and guide field activities across office and remote settings.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in geological exploration, advanced degrees, and strong skills in Petrel, Leapfrog, and GIS, with mentoring ability and a track record of delivering results to management.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Geology or related Earth Science.
• 8+ years in geological exploration, energy sector focus.
• Proficiency in Petrel/Leapfrog and GIS software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geological mapping, core logging, and subsurface data analysis.
• Develop and refine geological models to predict resource potential.
• Interpret geophysical and geochemical data to delineate targets.
• Plan and supervise geological field surveys and sampling.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and management presentations.
• Collaborate with geophysicists, reservoir engineers, and geoscientists.

Skills

Structural geology

Stratigraphy

Resource estimation

Geological data interpretation

Project management

Education

Master's or PhD in Geology

Tools

Petrel

Leapfrog

GIS

Job description

Placements24 client is seeking a Senior Geologist to join their energy exploration team in Welkom. You will interpret complex geological data, develop exploration models, and guide field activities across office and remote settings.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in geological exploration, advanced degrees, and strong skills in Petrel, Leapfrog, and GIS, with mentoring ability and a track record of delivering results to management.