Lead Exploration Geologist – Seismic & Prospecting

Placements24; Soweto; In loco; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Executive salary package

Performance bonuses

Professional development & training

International exposure opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Geologist (Exploration) in Soweto, Gauteng. You will spearhead geological assessment, lead a team of geologists, and shape exploration strategy. Responsibilities include seismic interpretation, subsurface modeling, and risk assessment to de-risk hydrocarbon prospects.

The role requires a PhD/masters in geology, 10+ years in hydrocarbon exploration with 3+ years in leadership, and strong skills in Petrel and Kingdom Suite. Regional experience is preferred.

Competenze

• 10+ years in hydrocarbon exploration geology with at least 3 years in a leadership/supervisory role
• Expertise in seismic interpretation and well log analysis
• Strong grounding in basin analysis, structural geology, sedimentology, and stratigraphy
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive geological projects to successful outcomes
• Experience in Soweto, Gauteng region or similar contexts is highly desirable

Mansioni

• Lead geological interpretation of seismic data, logs, and cores to identify exploration targets
• Develop integrated subsurface models and play fairway analyses for prospect generation
• Oversee geological risk assessment and uncertainty quantification for opportunities
• Manage a team of exploration geologists, providing mentorship and performance oversight
• Collaborate with geophysicists, reservoir engineers, and other disciplines to refine concepts and plans
• Ensure data quality and reporting accuracy across geological datasets
• Champion new technologies and methodologies in geological exploration
• Present exploration proposals and results to senior management and JV partners
• Contribute to the development of company exploration strategies and portfolio management

Conoscenze

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Mentorship

Formazione

Master's or Ph.D. in Geology or Earth Sciences

Strumenti

Petrel

Kingdom Suite

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Geologist (Exploration) in Soweto, Gauteng. You will spearhead geological assessment, lead a team of geologists, and shape exploration strategy. Responsibilities include seismic interpretation, subsurface modeling, and risk assessment to de-risk hydrocarbon prospects.

The role requires a PhD/masters in geology, 10+ years in hydrocarbon exploration with 3+ years in leadership, and strong skills in Petrel and Kingdom Suite. Regional experience is preferred.