Remote Operations Geoscientist

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Remote work across SA

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Remote Operations Geoscientist to support day-to-day production with geological and geophysical insights. The role is fully remote within South Africa and requires collaboration with production and reservoir engineers to optimize recovery and mitigate risks.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree in geosciences and at least six years of experience in production or ops geology, with strong skills in well log analysis, petrophysics, and data visualization.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geology, Geophysics, Petroleum Geology, or related Earth Science field.
• 6+ years experience in production geology, operations geology, or similar oil & gas roles.
• Proficiency with geological software for well log analysis, mapping, and data visualization.

Responsibilities

• Monitor geological and production data to assess reservoir performance.
• Evaluate wellbore data (logs, tests) to identify production issues.
• Provide rapid geological support for operational decisions (workovers/interventions).
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers on short-term production forecasting and monitoring.
• Identify incremental production opportunities via geological analysis (bypassed pay, injection improvements).
• Assist in troubleshooting production challenges and diagnosing reservoir issues.
• Prepare concise geological summaries and notes for operations teams.
• Maintain geological databases and ensure data quality for operations.

Skills

Geoscience expertise

Well log analysis

Reservoir characterization

Data integration

Remote collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Master's degree in Geology/Geophysics

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in energy resources, is actively seeking a skilled Remote Operations Geoscientist to join their dynamic team. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere within **South Africa**. You will play a vital role in supporting day-to-day production operations by providing timely geological and geophysical insights. Your responsibilities will include analyzing production data, evaluating well performance, and identifying opportunities to optimize recovery and mitigate operational risks. This remote-first role necessitates strong communication and collaboration skills, as you will be an integral part of a distributed team. You will work closely with production engineers, reservoir engineers, and field operations personnel to ensure efficient and safe resource extraction. This is an exceptional opportunity to leverage your geoscientific skills in a flexible remote work environment and make a direct impact on production optimization for our client.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze geological and production data from producing fields to assess reservoir performance.
• Evaluate wellbore data, including logs and production tests, to identify issues impacting production.
• Provide rapid geological support for operational decision-making, including workovers and interventions.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers on short-term production forecasting and performance monitoring.
• Identify opportunities for incremental production through geological analysis (e.g., bypassed pay, improved injection).
• Assist in troubleshooting production challenges and diagnosing reservoir-related issues.
• Prepare concise geological summaries and technical notes for operations teams.
• Maintain geological databases and ensure data quality for operational use.
• Contribute to post-production reviews and lessons learned documentation.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Geology, Geophysics, Petroleum Geology, or a related Earth Science discipline.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in production geology, operations geology, or a related role within the oil and gas industry.
• Proficiency in geological software for well log analysis, mapping, and data visualization.
• Strong understanding of petrophysics, sedimentology, and reservoir characterization principles.
• Experience integrating geological data with production and operational data.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a practical approach to operational challenges.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working efficiently in a remote team environment.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and respond to operational needs.
• Familiarity with production operations and challenges is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, and retirement benefits.
• This position is fully remote, providing excellent work-life integration and flexibility.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development are available through online resources and virtual training.
• You will be part of a collaborative global team focused on operational excellence.
• Our client provides access to necessary software and technology for remote work.
• This role offers significant opportunities for growth and to contribute to the efficiency of our South African operations.

The position is administratively linked to Soweto, Gauteng, but the role is fully remote across South Africa.