Operations Geologist

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary & incentives

Health & retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Operations Geologist for our Rustenburg team. You will provide real-time geological support during drilling, interpret cores, cuttings, and logs, and help steer well targets and trajectories with the drilling engineers.

The role requires 5+ years in operations geology within Oil & Gas, strong mapping/modeling/log analysis skills, and excellent communication. A hybrid work arrangement balances remote analysis with on-site collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Geology or Earth Science.
• 5+ years of experience in operations geology in Oil & Gas.
• Proficiency in mapping, modeling, and log analysis software.
• Hybrid work environment experience or adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time geological support during drilling operations, interpreting cores, cuttings, and logs.
• Develop and update geological models and maps based on drilling progress.
• Collaborate with drilling teams to define optimal well targets, trajectories, and casing points.
• Conduct formation evaluation and assess reservoir potential.
• Communicate geological information clearly to engineers, management and stakeholders.
• Contribute to post-drilling analysis and lessons learned.

Skills

Geological software

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Geology/Earth Science

Tools

Mapping software

Modeling software

Log analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Operations Geologist to join their team in Rustenburg. You will play a crucial role in supporting exploration and production activities by providing real-time geological expertise. This position requires close collaboration with drilling engineers and reservoir teams to ensure optimal well placement and formation evaluation. The ideal candidate will be adept at interpreting geological data, making rapid decisions in a dynamic environment, and contributing to the successful achievement of operational targets. This role involves a hybrid work model, balancing remote analysis with periodic on-site engagement as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide real-time geological support during drilling operations, interpreting core samples, cuttings, and wireline logs.
• Develop and update geological models and maps based on drilling progress and new data.
• Collaborate with drilling teams to define optimal well targets, trajectory corrections, and casing points.
• Conduct formation evaluation, including identifying hydrocarbon shows and assessing reservoir potential.
• Communicate geological information effectively to drilling engineers, management, and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to post-drilling analysis and lessons learned sessions to improve future operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geology, Earth Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations geology, preferably within the Oil & Gas sector.
• Proficiency in geological software for mapping, modeling, and log analysis.
• Strong understanding of depositional environments, stratigraphy, and structural geology.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills under pressure.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities, suited for a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of remote flexibility and office collaboration.
• Exposure to significant exploration and production projects.
• Opportunities for professional development and geological training.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Collaborative team environment focused on technical excellence.