Remote Sensing Specialist

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work allowance

Health benefits

Retirement contributions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Sensing Specialist to join a fully remote team. The role focuses on analyzing satellite imagery, aerial photography, and geospatial data to identify exploration areas and monitor environmental impact for upstream Oil & Gas projects.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s or PhD in a related field, 5+ years of experience, and expertise in ERDAS Imagine, ENVI, and ArcGIS.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Remote Sensing, Geography, Earth Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of remote sensing data processing and analysis experience.
• Expertise in ERDAS, ENVI and ArcGIS software.
• Strong knowledge of spectral analysis, classification, and change detection.

Responsibilities

• Acquire, process, and analyze satellite and aerial imagery for geological and environmental applications.
• Utilize GIS and remote sensing software (ERDAS Imagine, ENVI, ArcGIS) to interpret data.
• Develop methodologies for feature extraction, change detection, and land cover classification.
• Integrate remote sensing data with other geospatial datasets for comprehensive analysis.
• Generate maps, reports, and visualizations to communicate findings to geoscientists and stakeholders.
• Monitor environmental parameters and assess potential impacts of Oil & Gas operations.
• Contribute to the development of remote sensing workflows and best practices.
• Stay current with advancements in remote sensing technology and applications in the energy sector.
• Collaborate effectively with a distributed team of geologists, geophysicists, and engineers.

Skills

Remote sensing

Geospatial analysis

Independent work

Communication skills

Education

Master's in Remote Sensing

PhD in Earth Sciences

Tools

ERDAS Imagine

ENVI

ArcGIS

Job description

About the Role Our client, a leading innovator in **Oil & Gas** data analytics and exploration support, is seeking a highly skilled Remote Sensing Specialist to join their fully remote team. This position is integral to analyzing satellite imagery, aerial photography, and other geospatial data to identify potential exploration areas, monitor environmental impact, and support operational planning. The specialist will leverage advanced image processing techniques and GIS software to extract valuable information critical for our client's upstream activities. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced professional to work remotely and contribute to significant **Oil & Gas** projects across various geographies.

Key Responsibilities

• Acquire, process, and analyze satellite and aerial imagery for geological and environmental applications.
• Utilize GIS and remote sensing software (e.g., ERDAS Imagine, ENVI, ArcGIS) to interpret data.
• Develop methodologies for feature extraction, change detection, and land cover classification.
• Integrate remote sensing data with other geospatial datasets for comprehensive analysis.
• Generate maps, reports, and visualizations to communicate findings to geoscientists and stakeholders.
• Monitor environmental parameters and assess potential impacts of **Oil & Gas** operations.
• Contribute to the development of remote sensing workflows and best practices.
• Stay current with advancements in remote sensing technology and applications in the energy sector.
• Collaborate effectively with a distributed team of geologists, geophysicists, and engineers.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Remote Sensing, Geography, Earth Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in remote sensing data processing and analysis.
• Expertise in using remote sensing software (ERDAS, ENVI) and GIS software (ArcGIS).
• Strong understanding of electromagnetic spectrum, sensor types, and image processing techniques.
• Experience with spectral analysis, classification algorithms, and change detection.
• Familiarity with the **Oil & Gas** industry or geological applications is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.
• Must be eligible to work remotely from an approved location, ideally within **South Africa** time zones for collaboration with the **Nelspruit, Mpumalanga** hub if needed for administrative purposes.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a remote work allowance.
• Comprehensive health benefits, retirement contributions, and generous paid time off are provided.

This role offers significant opportunities for professional growth, engagement with cutting-edge technology, and the flexibility of a fully remote position within the dynamic **Oil & Gas** industry.