Remote Wellsite Geologist: Real-Time Drilling Oversight

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 on behalf of a respected Oil & Gas operator seeks an experienced Remote Wellsite Geologist to support drilling operations. This fully remote role requires you to provide geological oversight and real-time analysis from a distant location, coordinating with onsite crews and the onshore team to ensure safe well construction.

You will interpret logs, advise on well path adjustments, and use advanced software and remote monitoring tools to monitor progress, assess risks, and prepare

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geology or related Earth Science.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Wellsite Geologist.
• Experience with real-time geological interpretation during drilling.
• Proficiency with geological software for well log analysis and correlation.
• Strong understanding of depositional environments, structural geology, and petroleum systems.
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work in a high-pressure, remote environment.
• Experience with remote operational support and digital collaboration tools.
• Willingness to work irregular hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time geological interpretation and monitoring during drilling operations remotely.
• Analyze well logs, cuttings, and core samples as they become available.
• Advise on well path adjustments and formation tops based on geological data.
• Collaborate with drilling engineers and geophysicists to optimize drilling performance.
• Ensure accurate geological data is recorded and communicated effectively.
• Identify potential drilling hazards and provide mitigation recommendations.
• Prepare end-of-well geological reports and summaries.
• Maintain constant communication with the rig site and central geoscience team.
• Utilize remote sensing and data visualization tools for oversight.
• Troubleshoot geological challenges encountered during drilling.

Skills

Geology

Real-time interpretation

Remote communication

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geology or related Earth Science

Tools

Well log analysis software

Correlation software

Job description

Placements24 on behalf of a respected Oil & Gas operator seeks an experienced Remote Wellsite Geologist to support drilling operations. This fully remote role requires you to provide geological oversight and real-time analysis from a distant location, coordinating with onsite crews and the onshore team to ensure safe well construction.

You will interpret logs, advise on well path adjustments, and use advanced software and remote monitoring tools to monitor progress, assess risks, and prepare