Remote Lead Exploration Geophysicist

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus package

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Conference attendance support

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead Exploration Geophysicist to join our client on a fully remote basis. You will drive seismic data acquisition, processing, and interpretation to identify new oil and gas prospects and guide drilling decisions.

This leadership role requires a track record in seismic workflows, multidisciplinary integration, mentoring junior geophysicists, and strong remote collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in geophysics or related quantitative field.
• 10+ years in exploration geophysics within oil and gas.
• Proficiency with seismic processing and interpretation software.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead seismic data acquisition design and QC.
• Manage seismic processing workflows and interpretation.
• Integrate seismic with geological data for subsurface models.
• Present interpretations to stakeholders and drive strategy.
• Mentor junior geophysicists and geoscience teams.
• Evaluate new technologies to improve exploration success.

Skills

Seismic data processing

Seismic interpretation

Remote collaboration

Geophysics leadership

Education

Master's degree or Ph.D. in Geophysics or related field

Tools

Petrel

Hampson-Russell

OpendTect

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Lead Exploration Geophysicist to join their dynamic team on a fully remote basis. This pivotal role will drive the technical direction for seismic data acquisition, processing, and interpretation activities, aiming to identify and evaluate new oil and gas exploration opportunities. You will play a key part in the exploration strategy, leveraging advanced geophysical techniques and technologies to de-risk prospects and guide drilling decisions. As a remote position, exceptional communication skills, self-discipline, and proficiency with virtual collaboration tools are essential. This is a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to our client's exploration success from your home office, working with a globally distributed team and influencing exploration initiatives. The role demands strategic thinking and a deep understanding of geophysical principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead seismic data acquisition design, overseeing quality control and ensuring project objectives are met.
• Manage seismic data processing workflows, employing advanced techniques to enhance data clarity and geological accuracy.
• Interpret 2D and 3D seismic data to identify geological structures, stratigraphic features, and potential hydrocarbon traps.
• Integrate geophysical interpretations with geological and reservoir data to build comprehensive subsurface models.
• Conduct prospectivity mapping and risk assessments for exploration opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with exploration geologists, reservoir engineers, and management to define exploration strategies and drilling targets.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior geophysicists and geoscience teams.
• Evaluate and recommend new geophysical technologies and methodologies to improve exploration success rates.
• Prepare and present detailed geophysical interpretations, reports, and recommendations to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Geophysics, Physics, or a related quantitative field.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in exploration geophysics within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Extensive experience with seismic data processing and interpretation software (e.g., Petrel, Hampson-Russell, OpendTect).
• Strong understanding of seismic acquisition techniques, data quality assessment, and attribute analysis.
• Proven ability to integrate multidisciplinary geoscience data for robust subsurface interpretation.
• Demonstrated leadership experience and excellent mentoring capabilities.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, vital for remote collaboration.
• Must have a suitable home office environment with reliable, high-speed internet connectivity.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary and bonus package, reflective of the senior and remote nature of this role.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage is provided, along with a robust retirement savings plan.
• We offer ample paid time off and significant opportunities for professional growth, including support for attending industry conferences and pursuing further certifications.
• This position is fully remote, offering flexibility in your work location, while collaborating closely with teams supporting operations in the Rustenburg, North West area will be key.