Lead Geoscientist - Subsurface Exploration

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Teletrabalho; ZAR 1 500 000 - 2 700 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Fully remote

Health & retirement benefits

Professional development

Conference attendance

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Geoscientist to lead subsurface exploration initiatives in a fully remote role. You will guide seismic interpretation, build integrated subsurface models, and mentor a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires 12+ years in oil and gas, advanced degrees, and strong communication. You will collaborate with engineers and asset teams, stay abreast of geoscience advancements, and influence exploration strategy.

Qualificações

• Minimum 12 years in oil and gas exploration.
• Experience in seismic interpretation and prospect generation.
• Proven leadership of multidisciplinary geoscience teams.
• Strong communication and collaboration in remote settings.

Responsabilidades

• Lead geological and geophysical interpretation of seismic data to identify reservoirs.
• Develop integrated subsurface models using logs, core data, seismic attributes, and production history.
• Mentor and manage a team of geoscientists; foster collaboration.
• Oversee exploration and appraisal drilling campaigns.
• Conduct prospect risk assessment and quantitative evaluations.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers, petrophysicists, and asset teams.
• Stay updated on geoscience technologies and advocate adoption.
• Present findings to senior management and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to exploration strategy and portfolio management.

Conhecimentos

Seismic interpretation

Leadership / team management

Geology & Geophysics

Remote collaboration

Technical presentation

Formação académica

Master's or PhD in Geology or Geophysics

Ferramentas

Petrel

Kingdom

OpenDTect

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in the Oil & Gas exploration and production sector, is actively seeking a highly accomplished Lead Geoscientist to spearhead their subsurface exploration initiatives. This is a prestigious, fully remote position, empowering you to leverage your extensive expertise from anywhere. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in identifying and evaluating new hydrocarbon prospects, contributing significantly to the company's future growth and success. You will lead a talented team of geoscientists, driving geological interpretations and integrating multidisciplinary data to unlock valuable subsurface resources. This role demands a visionary leader with a passion for discovery and a deep understanding of complex geological systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the geological and geophysical interpretation of seismic data to identify and evaluate potential oil and gas reservoirs.
• Develop integrated subsurface models incorporating well logs, core data, seismic attributes, and production history.
• Manage and mentor a team of geoscientists, providing technical guidance and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Oversee the planning and execution of exploration and appraisal drilling campaigns.
• Conduct prospect risk assessment and uncertainty analysis, providing robust quantitative evaluations.
• Collaborate closely with reservoir engineers, petrophysicists, and asset teams to ensure optimal resource development strategies.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in geoscience technologies and methodologies, advocating for their adoption.
• Present geological findings and recommendations to senior management and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to the company's exploration strategy and portfolio management.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geology, Geophysics, or a related geoscience discipline.
• A minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in oil and gas exploration, with a strong focus on seismic interpretation and prospect generation.
• Demonstrated experience in leading multidisciplinary geoscience teams.
• Proficiency with industry-standard seismic interpretation software (e.g., Petrel, Kingdom, OpendTect).
• Expertise in structural geology, sequence stratigraphy, and basin analysis.
• Strong understanding of petrophysics and well log analysis.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively and independently in a remote, collaborative setting.
• Experience in the South African geological setting is a significant advantage.

Benefits

This fully remote role offers unparalleled flexibility and autonomy. Our client provides a highly attractive salary and bonus structure, reflecting the senior nature of this position. Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits are included. Opportunities for professional development, attending international conferences, and contributing to cutting-edge research are extensive. You will be part of a globally respected organization with a commitment to innovation and sustainability in the Oil & Gas industry. This role presents a unique chance to shape exploration strategies and significantly impact the company's asset base.