Remote Geoscience Data Analyst

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Home office setup allowance

Professional development opportunities

Access to advanced tools and learning

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Geoscience Data Analyst to join our innovative team. You will interpret and manage large geological, geophysical, and petrophysical datasets to support exploration and production decisions, while collaborating with a global team of experts.

The role is fully remote, offers flexible working arrangements, and requires strong data management, scripting in Python or R, and experience with Petrel or Kingdom Suite.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geology, Geophysics, or a related geoscience field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in geoscience data analysis within the oil and gas industry.
• Proficiency with Petrel, Kingdom Suite, or similar platforms; strong data management and visualization skills.
• Experience with Python or R for data manipulation is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process, analyze, and interpret geological, geophysical, and petrophysical data using specialized software.
• Develop and maintain databases for geoscience information, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
• Create visualizations, maps, and reports to communicate complex data findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with geologists, geophysicists, and reservoir engineers to integrate data for subsurface modeling.
• Identify trends, anomalies, and potential exploration targets based on data analysis.
• Stay updated on new technologies and methodologies in geoscience data analysis.

Skills

Geoscience data analysis

Python

R

Petrel

Kingdom Suite

Education

Geology or Geophysics degree

Tools

Petrel

Kingdom Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Remote Geoscience Data Analyst to join their innovative team. This position is critical for interpreting and managing vast amounts of geological and geophysical data, supporting exploration and production activities across diverse oil and gas assets. Working remotely, you will leverage cutting-edge software and analytical techniques to uncover insights, identify potential hydrocarbon reserves, and contribute to strategic subsurface evaluations. This role offers the flexibility of a remote work arrangement, allowing you to contribute effectively from anywhere while collaborating with a global team of experts dedicated to advancing our understanding of the Earth's subsurface.

Key Responsibilities

• Process, analyze, and interpret geological, geophysical, and petrophysical data using specialized software.
• Develop and maintain databases for geoscience information, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
• Create visualizations, maps, and reports to communicate complex data findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with geologists, geophysicists, and reservoir engineers to integrate data and support subsurface modeling.
• Identify trends, anomalies, and potential exploration targets based on data analysis.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and methodologies in geoscience data analysis and interpretation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geology, Geophysics, or a related geoscience field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in geoscience data analysis within the oil and gas industry.
• Proficiency with industry-standard software such as Petrel, Kingdom Suite, or similar platforms.
• Strong skills in data management, statistical analysis, and visualization techniques.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, R) for data manipulation and automation is highly desirable.
• Excellent remote collaboration and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Access to advanced technological tools and continuous learning opportunities.