Geophysicist - Seismic Data Analysis (Flexible Work)

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training & conferences

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Geophysicist in Pretoria to interpret seismic data, delineate subsurface structures, and identify hydrocarbon prospects. You will handle large datasets, use advanced software, and collaborate with geologists to guide exploration.

Ideal candidates have a Master’s in Geophysics (or related field) and 5+ years of seismic interpretation, with Petrel, Kingdom, and IHS Markit proficiency. Benefits include a competitive salary, medical aid, and training.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geophysics or related geoscience field.
• 5+ years of seismic interpretation and analysis experience in oil & gas.
• Proficiency with industry-standard seismic interpretation software (Petrel, Kingdom, IHS Markit).
• Strong understanding of seismic wave propagation, acquisition, and processing.

Responsibilities

• Process and interpret 2D and 3D seismic data to delineate subsurface structures and identify prospects.
• Apply advanced geophysical techniques, including attribute analysis and seismic inversion.
• Integrate seismic data with well logs and other geological information to build a subsurface model.
• Quality control seismic data acquisition and processing workflows.
• Prepare detailed geophysical reports and present findings to technical and management teams.
• Stay abreast of the latest developments in geophysical technology and methodologies.

Skills

Seismic interpretation

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication of complex concepts

Education

Master's degree in Geophysics

Geology or related geoscience

Tools

Petrel

Kingdom

IHS Markit

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Geophysicist in Pretoria to interpret seismic data, delineate subsurface structures, and identify hydrocarbon prospects. You will handle large datasets, use advanced software, and collaborate with geologists to guide exploration.

Ideal candidates have a Master’s in Geophysics (or related field) and 5+ years of seismic interpretation, with Petrel, Kingdom, and IHS Markit proficiency. Benefits include a competitive salary, medical aid, and training.