Geologist - Exploration

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life cover

Retirement benefits

Advanced training opportunities

Field allowances

Travel support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Geologist to join the Richards Bay exploration team in KwaZulu-Natal. You will analyze seismic data, build geological models, and oversee fieldwork to identify hydrocarbon prospects.

Ideal candidates hold a Geology degree with 5+ years in oil & gas exploration, plus expertise in Petrel and Kingdom Suite, seismic interpretation, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or Earth Sciences; master's preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in oil and gas exploration geology.
• Proficient in geological interpretation software (Petrel, Kingdom Suite).
• Strong knowledge of structural geology, sedimentology, sequence stratigraphy.
• Experience with seismic interpretation and prospect risking.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze geological and geophysical data (seismic, well logs, core samples) to identify and delineate potential hydrocarbon prospects.
• Develop geological models and maps to represent subsurface structures and stratigraphy.
• Plan and oversee geological fieldwork, including seismic surveys and outcrop studies.
• Collaborate with geophysicists, reservoir engineers, and drilling teams to integrate geological insights into exploration and development plans.
• Prepare technical reports, prospect evaluations, and presentations for management and investment committees.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of exploration technologies and regional geology relevant to South Africa.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology or Earth Sciences

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Petrel

Kingdom Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and analytical Geologist to join their exploration team in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal . This role is critical in identifying and evaluating potential hydrocarbon reserves, contributing to the company's future growth and resource acquisition strategy. You will be involved in the full spectrum of exploration activities, from data analysis and interpretation to field work and prospect generation. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your geological expertise in a field-based capacity within South Africa's dynamic Oil & Gas landscape, contributing directly to significant discovery efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze geological and geophysical data (seismic, well logs, core samples) to identify and delineate potential hydrocarbon prospects.
• Develop geological models and maps to represent subsurface structures and stratigraphy.
• Plan and oversee geological fieldwork, including seismic surveys and outcrop studies.
• Collaborate with geophysicists, reservoir engineers, and drilling teams to integrate geological insights into exploration and development plans.
• Prepare technical reports, prospect evaluations, and presentations for management and investment committees.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of exploration technologies and regional geology relevant to South Africa .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Geology or Earth Sciences; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in oil and gas exploration geology.
• Proficiency with geological interpretation software (e.g., Petrel, Kingdom Suite).
• Strong understanding of structural geology, sedimentology, and sequence stratigraphy.
• Experience with seismic data interpretation and prospect risking is essential.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance, life cover, and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional geological certifications.
• Field allowances and travel support for site visits and exploration campaigns.
• Collaborative team environment focused on achieving exploration breakthroughs in KwaZulu-Natal .