Geophysicist (Exploration)

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 750,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement provisions

Continual professional development

Hybrid work model

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Geophysicist for our client in Polokwane, Limpopo, in the Oil & Gas exploration sector. You will interpret seismic data, integrate with well logs, and contribute to prospect generation within a collaborative technical team.

The ideal candidate has a Master's or PhD in Geophysics or related Earth Science, 6+ years of exploration geophysics experience, and strong skills in seismic interpretation software.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Geophysics, Physics, or related Earth Science field.
• 6+ years of experience in exploration geophysics, with a focus on Oil & Gas.
• Proficiency with industry-standard seismic interpretation software (e.g., Petrel, GeoGraphix, IHS Markit tools).
• Strong understanding of seismic data acquisition, processing, and interpretation principles.
• Experience with data conditioning, attribute analysis, and inversion techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and visualization skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with South African geological basins is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Interpret 2D and 3D seismic data to identify geological structures and potential hydrocarbon traps.
• Integrate seismic data with well logs, core data, and other geological information.
• Perform geophysical data processing and quality control.
• Contribute to the generation and ranking of exploration prospects.
• Conduct amplitude variation with offset (AVO) analysis and other advanced seismic attribute studies.
• Assist in the planning and execution of geophysical surveys.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations on geophysical interpretations and findings.
• Collaborate with internal teams (geology, reservoir engineering) and external partners.
• Stay abreast of new geophysical technologies and methodologies.
• Ensure data management and archiving best practices are followed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Visualization skills

Education

Master's or PhD in Geophysics or related Earth Science

Tools

Petrel

Geographix

IHS Markit tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic exploration company within the Oil & Gas industry , is seeking an experienced Geophysicist to join their technical team in Polokwane, Limpopo . This role is instrumental in identifying and evaluating potential hydrocarbon prospects through the interpretation of seismic and other geophysical data. You will work collaboratively with geoscientists and engineers to support exploration and development activities. This hybrid position allows for a balance between in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, ensuring effective team integration and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of geophysical principles applied to subsurface characterization. Your work will directly contribute to the company's exploration success and strategic growth initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret 2D and 3D seismic data to identify geological structures and potential hydrocarbon traps.
• Integrate seismic data with well logs, core data, and other geological information.
• Perform geophysical data processing and quality control.
• Contribute to the generation and ranking of exploration prospects.
• Conduct amplitude variation with offset (AVO) analysis and other advanced seismic attribute studies.
• Assist in the planning and execution of geophysical surveys.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations on geophysical interpretations and findings.
• Collaborate with internal teams (geology, reservoir engineering) and external partners.
• Stay abreast of new geophysical technologies and methodologies.
• Ensure data management and archiving best practices are followed.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Geophysics, Physics, or a related Earth Science field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in exploration geophysics, with a focus on the Oil & Gas sector .
• Proficiency with industry-standard seismic interpretation software (e.g., Petrel, GeoGraphix, IHS Markit tools).
• Strong understanding of seismic data acquisition, processing, and interpretation principles.
• Experience with data conditioning, attribute analysis, and inversion techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and visualization skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with South African geological basins is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid and retirement provisions.
• Employees are encouraged to pursue continuous professional development through training, workshops, and industry conferences.
• The hybrid work model in Polokwane offers a flexible working environment.
• You will be part of an innovative and collaborative team focused on exploration success.
• The company provides opportunities for career advancement within a growing organization and a commitment to work-life balance.