Remote Senior Geoscientist

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Flexible hours

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Geoscientist to join a globally distributed exploration team. You will interpret seismic data, build 3D geological models, and assess prospects to guide oil and gas exploration from anywhere.

The role requires 10+ years in oil & gas, advanced geoscience software skills, and strong remote collaboration abilities. It offers a fully remote setup with flexible hours and opportunities to work on international projects.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Geophysics, Geology, or related geoscience discipline.
• 10+ years of oil & gas exploration experience with seismic interpretation.
• Proficiency in Petrel, Kingdom Suite, or similar geoscience software.
• Strong understanding of structural geology, sedimentology, and basin analysis.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills for effective remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and integrate seismic, well log, and other geophysical data to delineate hydrocarbon reservoirs.
• Develop and maintain 3D geological models of subsurface structures and stratigraphy.
• Conduct prospectivity assessments and contribute to exploration portfolio management.
• Collaborate effectively with geologists, petroleum engineers, and management in a remote setting.
• Utilize advanced geoscience software and workflows for data analysis and visualization.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and methodologies in geophysics and geological modeling.

Skills

10+ years oil & gas exploration

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Geophysics/Geology

Tools

Petrel

Kingdom Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Remote Senior Geoscientist to join their globally distributed exploration team. This position offers the flexibility of working from anywhere, focusing on the geological and geophysical analysis required for identifying and evaluating potential oil and gas prospects. You will leverage state-of-the-art technologies and vast datasets to interpret subsurface data, contributing significantly to the company's exploration strategy. This role is ideal for an expert who excels in remote collaboration and thrives on uncovering new resource opportunities, joining a forward-thinking organization committed to technological advancement and sustainable energy practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret and integrate seismic, well log, and other geophysical data to delineate hydrocarbon reservoirs.
• Develop and maintain 3D geological models of subsurface structures and stratigraphy.
• Conduct prospectivity assessments and contribute to exploration portfolio management.
• Collaborate effectively with geologists, petroleum engineers, and management in a remote setting .
• Utilize advanced geoscience software and workflows for data analysis and visualization.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and methodologies in geophysics and geological modeling.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Geophysics, Geology, or a related geoscience discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in oil and gas exploration, with a proven track record in seismic interpretation and geological modeling.
• Expertise in relevant software packages such as Petrel, Kingdom Suite, or similar.
• Strong understanding of structural geology, sedimentology, and basin analysis.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills for effective remote collaboration .
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Generous health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Annual allowance for professional development, including courses and conferences.
• Opportunity to work on challenging international projects and contribute to significant discoveries from your home office, supporting exploration efforts in regions like Tembisa .