Geologist - Exploration - Fully Remote

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health benefits

Remote work stipend

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Geologist for a fully remote role with a leading oil and gas exploration company. You will identify prospects, build 3D geological models, and support drilling decisions through rigorous data interpretation and collaboration across geoscientists and engineers.

With 8+ years in exploration geology and proficiency in Petrel or Kingdom Suite, you will contribute to frontier basin assessment and play concepts while enjoying a flexible remote setup and a

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Geology or related Earth Science.
• 8+ years in exploration geology within oil & gas.
• Proficiency with Petrel, Kingdom Suite, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Analyze seismic, well log, and core data to interpret subsurface geology and identify potential hydrocarbon traps.
• Develop and refine detailed 3D geological models for exploration and appraisal projects.
• Perform basin analysis and regional studies to assess prospectivity and define play concepts.
• Collaborate remotely with geophysicists, reservoir engineers, and management to de-risk prospects and support drilling decisions.
• Prepare technical presentations and reports on geological findings and exploration recommendations.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in geological interpretation techniques and software.

Skills

Geology expertise

Communication

Team collaboration

Data interpretation

Education

Master's degree in Geology

Ph.D. in Geology

Tools

Petrel

Kingdom Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading independent Oil & Gas exploration company , is seeking a highly skilled Geologist to join their globally distributed team. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute from anywhere. You will be instrumental in identifying and evaluating new petroleum prospects, utilizing cutting-edge geological modeling and data analysis techniques. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future exploration strategy of the company by providing critical insights into subsurface geology and potential resource plays. You will work with a diverse team of geoscientists and engineers committed to sustainable and responsible resource development.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze seismic, well log, and core data to interpret subsurface geology and identify potential hydrocarbon traps.


• Develop and refine detailed 3D geological models for exploration and appraisal projects.


• Perform basin analysis and regional studies to assess prospectivity and define play concepts.


• Collaborate remotely with geophysicists, reservoir engineers, and management to de-risk prospects and support drilling decisions.


• Prepare technical presentations and reports on geological findings and exploration recommendations.


• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in geological interpretation techniques and software.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Geology or a related Earth Science discipline.


• 8+ years of experience in exploration geology, specifically within the oil and gas industry.


• Proficiency in geological software such as Petrel, Kingdom Suite, or equivalent.


• Strong understanding of sequence stratigraphy, sedimentology, and structural geology.


• Demonstrated success in prospect generation and evaluation, preferably with experience in frontier basins.


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote work environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience.


• Generous annual bonus structure tied to exploration success.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits package.


• Flexible remote work arrangement with a technology stipend.


• Significant opportunities for career advancement and international project involvement.