Lead Geologist - Exploration and Development

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay seeks a Lead Geologist to drive exploration and development in Oil & Gas, interpreting geological data, building subsurface models, and guiding field development strategies.

The successful candidate will mentor junior geologists, collaborate with engineers and geophysicists, and apply basin analysis, sedimentology, and structural geology to optimize hydrocarbon potential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geology or related geoscience.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive geology experience in Oil & Gas (exploration or development).
• Proficiency in geological modeling software (Petrel, DecisionSpace) and seismic interpretation tools.
• Strong knowledge of sedimentology, stratigraphy, structural geology, and basin analysis.
• Experience in prospect risking and resource estimation.
• Excellent analytical, teamwork, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead geological evaluation of exploration prospects and development opportunities.
• Develop/refine geological models using seismic data, well logs, core data, and production information.
• Interpret geological data to assess reservoir quality, distribution, and hydrocarbon potential.
• Collaborate with geophysicists on seismic interpretation and attribute analysis.
• Provide geological input for well planning, drilling, and production optimization.
• Mentor junior geologists and contribute to best-practice development.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Presentation skills

Education

Master's degree in Geology

Tools

Petrel

DecisionSpace

Seismic interpretation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Geologist to drive exploration and development initiatives within their Oil & Gas operations, based in Mossel Bay. This senior position involves interpreting complex geological data, identifying potential hydrocarbon reserves, and contributing to field development strategies. You will work closely with reservoir engineers and geophysicists to build integrated subsurface models and provide critical geological insights. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of basin analysis, sedimentology, and structural geology, ensuring the effective evaluation and exploitation of the company's asset base.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the geological evaluation of exploration prospects and development opportunities.
• Develop and refine geological models using seismic data, well logs, core data, and production information.
• Interpret geological data to assess reservoir quality, distribution, and hydrocarbon potential.
• Collaborate with geophysicists on seismic interpretation and attribute analysis.
• Provide geological input for well planning, drilling operations, and production optimization.
• Mentor junior geologists and contribute to the development of geological best practices.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Geology or a related geoscience discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in geology within the Oil & Gas industry, with a focus on exploration or development.
• Proficiency in geological modeling software (e.g., Petrel, DecisionSpace) and seismic interpretation tools.
• Strong knowledge of sedimentology, stratigraphy, structural geology, and basin analysis.
• Experience in prospect risking and resource estimation.
• Excellent analytical, teamwork, and presentation skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and other insurance benefits.
• Generous paid time off and holiday leave.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and attending industry conferences.
• A collaborative working environment in Mossel Bay offering a hybrid work model.