Lead Geoscientist: Subsurface & Seismic Strategy (Hybrid)

Placements24; South Africa; Híbrido; ZAR 1.800.000 - 2.400.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Bonus

Resumo da vaga

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Geoscientist for a hybrid role based in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. You will spearhead subsurface interpretation, leading a team of geoscientists and guiding exploration strategies through seismic data processing and integrated reservoir modeling.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of geoscience experience, expert seismic interpretation skills (Petrel/Kingdom), and a strong background in structural/stratigraphic analysis and petroleum systems.

Qualificações

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Geology, Geophysics, or a related Earth Science field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in geoscience with a focus on subsurface interpretation in oil and gas.
• Expert proficiency in seismic interpretation software (Petrel, Kingdom).
• Experience in structural/stratigraphic interpretation and petroleum systems analysis.
• Leadership and team management capabilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with data integration and multidisciplinary workflows.
• Knowledge of Southern Africa geology is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Lead interpretation of 2D/3D seismic data to identify exploration and development targets.
• Develop and refine subsurface geological and geophysical models.
• Integrate well logs, cores, and production data with seismic attributes.
• Conduct regional geological studies and play fairway analysis.
• Oversee quality control of geophysical data acquisition and processing.
• Mentor and guide junior geoscientists, fostering technical excellence.
• Present interpretations and recommendations to management and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with reservoir and drilling engineers and other disciplines.
• Stay abreast of emerging geoscience technologies and best practices.

Conhecimentos

Geoscience leadership

Seismic interpretation

Data analytics

Team mentoring

Formação

Master's or PhD in Geology/Geophysics

Ferramentas

Petrel

Kingdom

Descrição da vaga

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Geoscientist for a hybrid role based in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. You will spearhead subsurface interpretation, leading a team of geoscientists and guiding exploration strategies through seismic data processing and integrated reservoir modeling.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of geoscience experience, expert seismic interpretation skills (Petrel/Kingdom), and a strong background in structural/stratigraphic analysis and petroleum systems.