Remote Senior Geologist - Exploration

Placements24; Gqeberha; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Remote work

Professional development

Home office setup stipend

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Industry conferences

Generous annual leave

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Geologist to lead exploration efforts from anywhere. You will analyze seismic data, well logs, cores, and regional geology to identify hydrocarbon prospects and define targets, leveraging advanced modeling and data interpretation.

You will collaborate with a distributed team of geoscientists and engineers, develop geological models, perform risk assessments, and present findings to management and partners.

Formación

• Master's or PhD in Geology, Earth Sciences, or related field.
• 8+ years of exploration geology experience with prospect identification/evaluation.
• Proficiency in Petrel, GeoGraphix, Kingdom Suite.
• Expertise in seismic interpretation and sequence stratigraphy.
• Understanding of structural geology, sedimentology, and petroleum systems.
• Experience with diverse geological datasets.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting with reliable internet.

Responsabilidades

• Interpret seismic, well log and core data to identify hydrocarbon reservoirs.
• Develop detailed geological models and maps for exploration targets.
• Conduct regional geological studies to assess play concepts and prospectivity.
• Integrate geochemistry and other data into geological interpretations.
• Perform volumetric calculations and assess geological risks.
• Collaborate remotely with geophysicists, engineers, and management on strategies.
• Utilize advanced geological software and data visualization tools.
• Prepare technical presentations and reports for management/partners.
• Stay updated on exploration technologies and methodologies.
• Contribute to portfolio management and strategic planning.

Conocimientos

Seismic interpretation

Sequence stratigraphy

Geological modeling

Structural geology

Sedimentology

Remote collaboration

Data interpretation

Educación

Master's or PhD in Geology/Earth Sciences

Herramientas

Petrel

GeoGraphix

Kingdom Suite

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Join Our client, a forward-thinking energy exploration company, as a Remote Senior Geologist specializing in exploration. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere. You will play a vital role in identifying and evaluating new hydrocarbon prospectivity, utilizing advanced geological modeling and data interpretation techniques. Your primary focus will be on analyzing seismic data, well logs, core samples, and regional geological information to define potential exploration targets. This role requires a self-motivated individual with a deep understanding of subsurface geology and a proven track record in prospect generation. You will work closely with a distributed team of geoscientists and engineers, leveraging digital collaboration tools to drive exploration success. We seek an innovative thinker who can effectively interpret complex geological datasets and translate them into compelling exploration strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret seismic, well log, and core data to identify and characterize potential hydrocarbon reservoirs.
• Develop detailed geological models and maps for exploration targets.
• Conduct regional geological studies to assess play concepts and prospectivity.
• Integrate multi-disciplinary data (geochemistry, biostratigraphy, etc.) into geological interpretations.
• Perform volumetric calculations and assess geological risks for exploration prospects.
• Collaborate remotely with geophysicists, reservoir engineers, and management to define exploration strategies.
• Utilize advanced geological software and data visualization tools.
• Prepare technical presentations and reports for management and potential partners.
• Stay abreast of the latest exploration technologies and methodologies.
• Contribute to the company's portfolio management and strategic planning.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Geology, Earth Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in exploration geology, with a strong focus on prospect identification and evaluation.
• Proficiency in geological modeling software (e.g., Petrel, GeoGraphix, Kingdom Suite).
• Expertise in seismic interpretation and sequence stratigraphy.
• Solid understanding of structural geology, sedimentology, and petroleum systems.
• Experience working with diverse geological datasets.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective remote collaboration.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage workload effectively in a remote setting.
• Must have reliable internet connectivity and a dedicated home office setup.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Remote work flexibility, allowing work from any location.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending industry conferences.
• Contribution towards home office setup and technology.
• Company-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Collaborative and innovative virtual work environment.
• Exposure to exciting exploration opportunities globally.
• Performance-based incentives.
• Generous annual leave allowance.