Lead Geologist – Exploration & Subsurface Analysis

Placements24; Gauteng; Vor Ort; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.700.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Performance bonus

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, seeks a Lead Geologist to steer exploration and subsurface analysis. You will oversee geological assessments, prospect generation, and integration with reservoir engineering.

This role demands hands-on leadership and the application of advanced seismic interpretation, basin analysis, and petroleum systems modeling. The ideal candidate will mentor geoscientists, coordinate with drilling and geophysics teams, and drive data quality while leveraging

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree or PhD in Geology or related earth sciences.
• 10+ years in geological exploration, preferably Oil & Gas.
• Expertise in seismic interpretation software such as Petrel or Kingdom Suite.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.

Aufgaben

• Lead geological exploration activities, including prospect identification, evaluation, and risk assessment.
• Perform seismic interpretation, data integration, and subsurface mapping.
• Correlate geological data from wells and outcrops to build basin models.
• Develop and present geological reports and play fairway analyses to management and stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide junior geologists, fostering technical development and best practices.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers, geophysicists, and drilling teams on integrated subsurface projects.
• Manage geological databases and ensure data quality and integrity.
• Stay updated on geological concepts, software advancements, and industry trends.
• Contribute to reserve reporting and resource volumetrics.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Mentorship

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Geology

PhD in Geology

Tools

Petrel

Kingdom Suite

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, seeks a Lead Geologist to steer exploration and subsurface analysis. You will oversee geological assessments, prospect generation, and integration with reservoir engineering.

This role demands hands-on leadership and the application of advanced seismic interpretation, basin analysis, and petroleum systems modeling. The ideal candidate will mentor geoscientists, coordinate with drilling and geophysics teams, and drive data quality while leveraging