Senior Geologist

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with incentives

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Remote-first within South Africa

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Senior Geologist to join the exploration and production team in Pretoria. You will interpret seismic and geological data, build 3D models, and support drilling decisions in a collaborative research environment.

The ideal candidate holds a master's or PhD in geology with 8+ years in exploration geology, proficient with Petrel, Move, GeoModeller, and ready to work in a remote-first setting with flexible arrangements in South Africa.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Geology or related earth science.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in exploration geology, preferably within oil and gas.
• Proficiency with geological modeling software (Petrel, Move, GeoModeller).
• Strong understanding of sedimentology, stratigraphy, and structural geology.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to synthesize large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Interpret seismic, well log, and core data to build detailed 3D geological models.
• Identify and evaluate potential oil and gas prospects and leads.
• Develop geological concepts and hypotheses to explain subsurface features and hydrocarbon occurrences.
• Collaborate with geophysicists to integrate seismic interpretation with geological models.
• Prepare geological reports, maps, and presentations for internal reviews and external stakeholders.
• Provide geological support for drilling operations, including well site supervision and data acquisition planning.

Skills

Analytical skills

Education

Master's or PhD in Geology

Tools

Petrel

Move

GeoModeller

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Senior Geologist to join their exploration and production team based in Pretoria. This role is critical for identifying and evaluating potential hydrocarbon resources, interpreting complex geological data, and contributing to strategic exploration planning. You will work closely with reservoir engineers and geophysicists to build subsurface models and support drilling campaign decisions. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of regional geology and depositional environments relevant to the oil and gas industry , driving successful exploration outcomes in a collaborative research-oriented setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret seismic, well log, and core data to build detailed 3D geological models.
• Identify and evaluate potential oil and gas prospects and leads.
• Develop geological concepts and hypotheses to explain subsurface features and hydrocarbon occurrences.
• Collaborate with geophysicists to integrate seismic interpretation with geological models.
• Prepare geological reports, maps, and presentations for internal reviews and external stakeholders.
• Provide geological support for drilling operations, including well site supervision and data acquisition planning.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Geology or a related earth science discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in exploration geology, preferably within the oil and gas sector.
• Proficiency with geological modeling software (e.g., Petrel, Move, GeoModeller).
• Strong understanding of sedimentology, stratigraphy, and structural geology.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to synthesize large datasets.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus annual performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Opportunities for professional development, including conferences and training.
• Flexible work arrangements, supporting a remote-first approach for qualified candidates within South Africa .
• A stimulating research environment dedicated to advancing subsurface understanding in the energy sector.