Senior Operations Geologist

Placements24; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 72,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Operations Geologist for field operations in Randburg, Gauteng. The role provides real-time geological support during drilling to ensure wells meet objectives and safety standards.

You will interpret logs and formation data, update models, and advise on casing points and mud weights. Collaboration with drilling engineers and rig crews is essential for safe, efficient resource development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or Earth Sciences.
• Minimum 6 years in operations geology within oil & gas.
• Experience with real-time wellsite supervision.
• Strong drilling, wellbore mechanics, and formation damage knowledge.
• Proficiency interpreting resistivity, porosity, and gamma logs.
• Excellent communication and decision-making under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time geological supervision during drilling operations.
• Interpret logs and formation data to update models.
• Monitor lithology and parameters to identify hazards or opportunities.
• Recommend casing points and mud weights for wellbore stability.
• Collaborate with engineers and rig crews to meet objectives.
• Prepare daily geological reports and post-well summaries.
• Support drilling program planning and risk assessments.
• Assist in selecting formation evaluation tools and techniques.
• Troubleshoot geological challenges encountered on site.
• Ensure timely data acquisition and management.

Skills

Real-time supervision

Well log interpretation

Formation evaluation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology

Tools

Petrel

WellCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an established energy producer in the Oil & Gas sector, is seeking a Senior Operations Geologist to join their field operations team in Randburg, Gauteng. This vital role involves providing real-time geological support during drilling operations, ensuring wells are drilled safely and efficiently according to geological objectives. You will be responsible for making critical geological decisions at the rig site, interpreting formation data, and communicating geological information effectively to the drilling team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive hands-on experience in operational geology, a strong understanding of drilling processes, and excellent problem-solving abilities in dynamic field environments. This is a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to contribute directly to successful drilling campaigns and resource development within the Oil & Gas industry, working closely with operational teams in a dedicated office location. We foster a collaborative environment focused on operational excellence and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide real-time geological supervision and guidance during drilling operations.
• Interpret well logs, core data, and formation evaluation results to update geological models and correlate formations.
• Monitor drilling parameters and lithological data to identify potential drilling hazards and opportunities.
• Make informed geological recommendations regarding casing points, mud weights, and wellbore stability.
• Liaise closely with drilling engineers, directional drillers, and rig crews to ensure geological objectives are met.
• Prepare daily geological reports and post-well geological summaries.
• Participate in drilling program planning and risk assessment meetings.
• Contribute to the selection and evaluation of formation evaluation tools and techniques.
• Assist in troubleshooting geological challenges encountered during drilling.
• Ensure accurate and timely geological data acquisition and management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or Earth Sciences.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in operations geology within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proven experience in real-time geological wellsite supervision and formation evaluation.
• Strong understanding of drilling practices, wellbore mechanics, and formation damage concepts.
• Proficiency in interpreting various well logs (resistivity, porosity, gamma-ray, etc.).
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and decision-making skills under pressure.
• Familiarity with geological software for well correlation and data management.
• Ability to work irregular hours and adapt to changing operational demands.
• Experience with unconventional plays is a plus.
• Commitment to safety and operational best practices.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and a provident fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression within the company are available.

Join a team dedicated to efficient and safe resource extraction in the demanding Oil & Gas sector.