Senior Petroleum Geologist - Exploration (Remote)

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 59,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote working arrangement

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off and holidays

Professional growth and access to new技

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Petroleum Geologist to join a fully remote exploration team. You will lead geological assessments of exploration opportunities across basins, integrating well logs, core data, and seismic information to identify high‑potential plays.

The role requires an advanced degree and 8+ years in petroleum geology, with a track record in prospect generation, basin analysis, and independent work in remote settings.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Geology or Petroleum Geology is required.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in petroleum exploration geology.
• Experience identifying prospects, mapping, and risk assessment.
• Strong understanding of sedimentology, stratigraphy, and basin analysis.
• Proficiency with geological software: Petrel, GeoGraphix, Kingdom.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed geological studies and prospect evaluations for exploration acreage.
• Integrate and interpret diverse geological data: well logs, core data, seismic data, regional studies.
• Develop geological models and maps to define hydrocarbon potential and risk.
• Perform basin analysis and play fairway mapping to identify new exploration opportunities.
• Collaborate with geophysicists on seismic interpretation and structural mapping.
• Work with reservoir engineers to assess reservoir quality and potential reserves.
• Prepare comprehensive geological reports, presentations, and recommendations.
• Mentor junior geologists and contribute to knowledge sharing.
• Stay current with geological concepts, exploration technologies, and industry best practices.
• Contribute to strategic planning of exploration activities.

Skills

Geology expertise

Seismic interpretation

Data analysis

Remote work capability

Independent work

Education

Master's or PhD in Geology or Petroleum Geology

Tools

Petrel

GeoGraphix

Kingdom

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and forward-thinking energy exploration company, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Petroleum Geologist to join their fully remote exploration team. This role is critical for identifying and evaluating prospective hydrocarbon plays across various basins. You will be responsible for the geological assessment of exploration opportunities, utilizing a wide range of geological datasets and advanced interpretation techniques. As a remote-first position, you will collaborate seamlessly with geophysicists, reservoir engineers, and other geoscientists globally. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of depositional environments, structural geology, basin analysis, and prospect generation. We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate a track record of successful exploration project contributions and can thrive in an independent, home-based work environment. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to shape exploration strategies and contribute to significant discoveries within the Klerksdorp region's geological context, all while enjoying the benefits of remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed geological studies and prospect evaluations for exploration acreage.
• Integrate and interpret diverse geological data, including well logs, core data, seismic data, and regional studies.
• Develop geological models and maps to define hydrocarbon potential and risk.
• Perform basin analysis and play fairway mapping to identify new exploration opportunities.
• Collaborate with geophysicists on seismic interpretation and structural mapping.
• Work with reservoir engineers to assess reservoir quality and potential reserves.
• Prepare comprehensive geological reports, presentations, and recommendations.
• Mentor junior geologists and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.
• Stay current with geological concepts, exploration technologies, and industry best practices.
• Contribute to the strategic planning of exploration activities.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Geology or Petroleum Geology.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in petroleum exploration geology.
• Proven experience in prospect identification, geological mapping, and risk assessment.
• Strong understanding of sedimentology, stratigraphy, structural geology, and basin analysis.
• Proficiency in geological software packages (e.g., Petrel, GeoGraphix, Kingdom) is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage workload effectively in a remote setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective remote collaboration.
• Experience interpreting 2D and 3D seismic data is a significant asset.
• Must be eligible to work remotely within South Africa.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Fully remote working arrangement.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and training.
• Access to cutting-edge exploration technologies and data.
• Be part of exciting exploration projects with high potential impact.
• Supportive and collaborative virtual team culture.