Remote Lead Geoscientist – Offshore Exploration Leader

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a senior Lead Geoscientist for a fully remote role in offshore exploration. You will spearhead seismic interpretation, build integrated geological models, and guide a team of geoscientists from remote locations.

Based anywhere, you will mentor staff, present technical findings to JV partners, and stay ahead of new exploration technologies while contributing to strategy and portfolio management.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Geology, Geophysics, or related earth science.
• 10+ years of exploration geoscience, offshore experience preferred.
• Proficient seismic interpretation with Petrel, HampsonRussell or Jason.
• Proven prospect generation, risk assessment and resource estimation.
• Strong leadership and mentoring ability; clear communication.
• Experience with basin modelling, play fairway and sequence stratigraphy.

Responsibilities

• Lead interpretation and analysis of seismic and geophysical data for offshore exploration.
• Develop integrated geological and geophysical models to de-risk prospects.
• Guide acquisition and processing of seismic surveys and ensure data quality.
• Collaborate with engineers to assess commercial viability of targets.
• Mentor and manage a team of geoscientists; promote technical excellence.
• Prepare detailed technical reports for management and JV partners.
• Stay updated on new exploration tech and methodologies for offshore environments.
• Contribute to overall exploration strategy and portfolio management.

Skills

Seismic interpretation

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Geology/Geophysics

PhD in Geology/Geophysics

Tools

Petrel

HampsonRussell

Jason

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a senior Lead Geoscientist for a fully remote role in offshore exploration. You will spearhead seismic interpretation, build integrated geological models, and guide a team of geoscientists from remote locations.

Based anywhere, you will mentor staff, present technical findings to JV partners, and stay ahead of new exploration technologies while contributing to strategy and portfolio management.