Geologist: Exploration & Appraisal for Prospects, Gauteng

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Provident fund

Continuous learning

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Geologist to join an Oil & Gas exploration team in Gauteng, focusing on identifying hydrocarbon prospects and interpreting geological data to support exploration strategies.

The role collaborates with geophysicists, reservoir engineers, and management to de-risk exploration and optimize subsurface understanding. Requires 5+ years in geological exploration and SA geology experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geology or closely related geoscience discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in geological exploration, preferably in Oil & Gas.
• Proficiency in geological interpretation software (Petrel, Kingdom Suite).
• Strong understanding of sedimentology, stratigraphy, structural geology, and petroleum systems.
• Experience with seismic data interpretation and well log analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team and communicate complex geological concepts clearly.
• Experience with South African geological settings is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel to operational sites.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and integrate geological and geophysical data (seismic, well logs, core data) to build subsurface models.
• Identify and evaluate potential hydrocarbon traps and plays across basins.
• Perform basin analysis and prospectivity assessments to guide exploration.
• Plan and execute geological fieldwork and data acquisition programs.
• Collaborate with the exploration team to define drilling targets and well designs.
• Prepare geological reports, presentations, and recommendations for stakeholders.
• Monitor regional geological trends and their impact on exploration success.
• Stay updated on new technologies and methodologies in geological exploration.
• Provide geological input for appraisal studies.

Skills

Geology knowledge

Seismic interpretation

Teamwork & communication

Petroleum systems knowledge

Analytical thinking

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Geology or related geoscience

Tools

Petrel

Kingdom Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Geologist to join an Oil & Gas exploration team in Gauteng, focusing on identifying hydrocarbon prospects and interpreting geological data to support exploration strategies.

The role collaborates with geophysicists, reservoir engineers, and management to de-risk exploration and optimize subsurface understanding. Requires 5+ years in geological exploration and SA geology experience.