Field Geologist, Oil & Gas Exploration – Tembisa

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Geologist to join our client’s Gauteng-based team. The role focuses on field mapping, subsurface data analysis and hydrocarbon assessment to support exploration and production activities in the Oil & Gas sector.

The candidate will analyze seismic and well data, interpret structures, and collaborate with engineers to build integrated subsurface models. On-site work in Tembisa is required with potential field travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or Earth Sciences.
• Minimum of 5 years of Oil & Gas exploration/production geology experience.
• Proficiency in mapping/interpretation software ArcGIS and Petrel.
• Strong sedimentary and structural geology knowledge.
• Experience with well log analysis and core description.
• Willingness to work on-site in Tembisa and travel to field locations.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geological field mapping and subsurface data acquisition.
• Analyze seismic, well log, and core data to understand subsurface formations.
• Interpret geological structures and identify hydrocarbon traps.
• Prepare detailed geological reports and presentations for the team.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers and geophysicists to build integrated models.
• Assist in planning and executing drilling programs from a geological perspective.
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance during field operations.
• Maintain geological databases and contribute to knowledge management.

Skills

Geological mapping

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology or Earth Sciences

Tools

ArcGIS

Petrel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Geologist to join our client’s Gauteng-based team. The role focuses on field mapping, subsurface data analysis and hydrocarbon assessment to support exploration and production activities in the Oil & Gas sector.

The candidate will analyze seismic and well data, interpret structures, and collaborate with engineers to build integrated subsurface models. On-site work in Tembisa is required with potential field travel.