Geologist - Hybrid Exploration & Basin Analysis

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Access to advanced geological software

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Geologist for a hybrid role in Randburg to lead seismic interpretation, well log analysis, and basin modeling in support of oil and gas exploration. You will collaborate with subsurface teams to build geological models and evaluate prospects.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Geology/Geophysics with 5+ years in exploration geology, excels in seismic tools (Petrel, Kingdom Suite), and communicates findings for drilling campaigns and strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geology, Geophysics, or a related earth science field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in exploration geology within Oil & Gas.
• Proficiency in seismic interpretation software (e.g., Petrel, Kingdom Suite).
• Strong skills in well log analysis and correlation.
• Experience with basin modeling and play fairway analysis is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Interpret seismic data to identify and delineate potential hydrocarbon traps.
• Analyze well logs and core data to characterize reservoir properties and stratigraphy.
• Develop and refine regional and prospect-scale geological models.
• Perform basin analysis and play fairway mapping to identify exploration opportunities.
• Collaborate with geophysicists and reservoir engineers in integrated subsurface studies.
• Provide geological support for exploration and appraisal drilling operations.
• Assist in the preparation of geological reports, presentations, and prospect evaluations.
• Stay abreast of new geological concepts and exploration technologies.
• Contribute to the company's geological database and knowledge management systems.

Skills

Seismic interpretation

Well log analysis

Basin modeling

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Geology or Geophysics

Tools

Petrel

Kingdom Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Geologist for a hybrid role in Randburg to lead seismic interpretation, well log analysis, and basin modeling in support of oil and gas exploration. You will collaborate with subsurface teams to build geological models and evaluate prospects.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Geology/Geophysics with 5+ years in exploration geology, excels in seismic tools (Petrel, Kingdom Suite), and communicates findings for drilling campaigns and strategic decisions.