Remote Exploration Geoscientist

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,972,000 - 2,958,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Global health insurance

Home office allowance

Virtual training access

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Exploration Geoscientist to join a globally distributed team. The role focuses on identifying and evaluating new exploration opportunities using advanced geological and geophysical data from anywhere in the world.

You will work with international teams to develop subsurface models, prepare economic evaluations, and stay updated on emerging exploration technologies for the Oil & Gas sector.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Geology/Geophysics
• 7+ years of exploration geoscience experience
• Proficient in Petrel/GeoGraphix
• Strong remote communication and collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Integrate geological, geophysical, and engineering data to identify prospect opportunities.
• Develop and maintain subsurface models for prospect evaluation.
• Collaborate remotely with international teams across disciplines.
• Prepare prospect reports, risk assessments, and economic evaluations.

Skills

Geology

Geophysics

Data interpretation

Communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Geology/Geophysics

Tools

Petrel

GeoGraphix

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly motivated and experienced Remote Exploration Geoscientist to join their globally distributed team. This position is central to identifying and evaluating new exploration opportunities by leveraging advanced geological and geophysical data analysis from anywhere in the world. You will work closely with international exploration teams, contributing critical insights into subsurface potential. This is a unique, remote-first opportunity for a geoscientist passionate about discovery in the Oil & Gas sector, offering flexibility and the chance to impact exploration strategies on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities

• Integrate and interpret geological, geophysical, and engineering data to identify and mature exploration prospects.
• Develop and maintain subsurface models using advanced software tools for prospect evaluation.
• Collaborate remotely with international geological, geophysical, and reservoir engineering teams.
• Prepare detailed prospect reports, risk assessments, and economic evaluations for management review.
• Stay abreast of emerging exploration technologies and methodologies within the Oil & Gas industry, contributing to internal knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Geology, Geophysics, or a related Earth Science discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in exploration geoscience, preferably within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proficiency in interpretation software such as Petrel, GeoGraphix, or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of structural geology, stratigraphy, and petroleum systems analysis.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive remote salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans available globally.
• Generous home office setup allowance and support for remote work infrastructure.
• Opportunities for virtual professional development, training, and conferences.
• Flexibility to work from anywhere, contributing to critical Oil & Gas exploration initiatives.