Lead Exploration Geoscientist: Seismic & Resource Delineation

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid & retirement fund

Growth & training opportunities

Challenging projects and impact

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, seeks a Principal Exploration Geoscientist to lead integrated geoscience programs and shape the company’s exploration strategy in a region with rich potential.

You will oversee seismic, gravity, magnetic, and geochemical surveys, build subsurface models, mentor staff, and deliver high-quality technical reports to management and investment committees.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geophysics, Geology, or related geoscience discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in exploration geoscience and proven leadership.
• Expertise in seismic data interpretation and integration with other data types.

Responsibilities

• Lead integrated geoscience programs including seismic, gravity, magnetic, and geochemical surveys.
• Develop and manage exploration targets and prospectivity assessments.
• Perform detailed geological mapping and structural analysis.
• Use advanced geophysical software for data processing and interpretation.
• Mentor junior geoscientists and technical staff.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for management.

Skills

Geophysics

Geology

Seismic interpretation

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Geophysics

PhD in Geoscience

Tools

Kingdom

Petrel

HampsonRussell

Job description

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, seeks a Principal Exploration Geoscientist to lead integrated geoscience programs and shape the company’s exploration strategy in a region with rich potential.

You will oversee seismic, gravity, magnetic, and geochemical surveys, build subsurface models, mentor staff, and deliver high-quality technical reports to management and investment committees.