Remote Exploration Geophysicist

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Exploration Geophysicist to join its global exploration team. The role is fully remote within South Africa, with responsibilities spanning acquisition, processing, and interpretation of seismic data to identify oil and gas prospects.

You will develop workflows using Petrel, GeoGraphix and Hampson-Russell, integrate geophysical data with geology and well information, and contribute to risk assessments and exploration strategies while collaborating

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geophysics, Physics, or related Earth Science.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in exploration geophysics, with a strong focus on seismic interpretation.
• Proficiency in seismic interpretation software: Petrel, GeoGraphix, Hampson-Russell.

Responsibilities

• Acquire, process, and interpret 2D/3D seismic data and other geophysical datasets to identify hydrocarbon prospects.
• Develop geophysical workflows for data processing and interpretation using industry-standard software.
• Integrate geophysical data with geological models and well data to create robust subsurface interpretations.
• Conduct risk assessments and uncertainty analyses for exploration prospects.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports and presentations for internal stakeholders and management.
• Collaborate closely with exploration geologists, reservoir engineers, and other team members across different time zones.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in geophysical technologies and methodologies.
• Provide geophysical support for drilling operations and well planning.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of exploration strategies and geophysical best practices.

Skills

Seismic interpretation

Analytical thinking

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Geophysics or related Earth Science

Tools

Petrel

GeoGraphix

Hampson-Russell

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading international energy company, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Remote Exploration Geophysicist to join their expanding global exploration team. This position is entirely remote, allowing you to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will play a crucial role in the acquisition, processing, and interpretation of geophysical data to identify and evaluate new oil and gas exploration targets. This remote-first role requires a proactive individual who can collaborate effectively with distributed teams using advanced digital communication tools. You will be instrumental in analyzing complex seismic datasets, integrating them with geological information, and making data-driven recommendations for future exploration investments. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to significant exploration projects from the comfort of your home office, leveraging your expertise in geophysical interpretation and modeling.

Key Responsibilities

• Acquire, process, and interpret 2D/3D seismic data and other geophysical datasets (gravity, magnetics) to identify potential hydrocarbon prospects.
• Develop and implement geophysical workflows for data processing and interpretation using industry-standard software.
• Integrate geophysical data with geological models and well data to create robust subsurface interpretations.
• Conduct detailed risk assessments and uncertainty analysis for exploration prospects.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports and presentations for internal stakeholders and management.
• Collaborate closely with exploration geologists, reservoir engineers, and other team members across different time zones.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in geophysical technologies and methodologies.
• Provide geophysical support for drilling operations and well planning.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of exploration strategies and geophysical best practices.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Geophysics, Physics, or a related Earth Science discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in exploration geophysics, with a strong focus on seismic interpretation.
• Proficiency in seismic interpretation software packages such as Petrel, GeoGraphix, Hampson-Russell, or equivalent.
• Solid understanding of seismic data processing techniques and principles.
• Experience with quantitative seismic interpretation (e.g., AVO analysis, seismic inversion) is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage workload effectively in a remote setting.
• Familiarity with cloud-based collaboration tools and remote work technologies.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement contributions. As a fully remote position, you will enjoy the flexibility and autonomy of working from home. Our client provides access to state-of-the‑art software licenses and learning resources to support your professional growth. Opportunities for participation in international projects and conferences (virtual or in person as feasible) are available. We foster a supportive and collaborative virtual team environment, encouraging knowledge sharing and continuous learning. This role allows for significant contribution to global exploration efforts without the need for relocation, based out of Rustenburg, North West, for administrative purposes, but the role itself is fully remote across South Africa.