Senior Geologist: Hybrid, Data-Driven Subsurface Explorer

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng seeks a Senior Geologist to lead exploration strategy and resource development. The role combines on-site fieldwork with remote data analysis, interpretation, and reporting in a hybrid setup.

You will integrate seismic, well logs, and core data, mentor junior geologists, and collaborate with geophysics and reservoir teams to optimize assets across South Africa's basins.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Geology, Earth Sciences, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in exploration/development geology in oil and gas.
• Proficiency in seismic interpretation and geological modeling software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geological assessments for exploration and development projects.
• Integrate seismic, well logs, core, and production data to build subsurface models.
• Identify reservoir targets and estimate reserves.
• Collaborate with geophysicists, reservoir engineers, and other disciplines on field development plans.
• Provide geological input for drilling programs and well targeting.
• Monitor reservoir performance and provide interpretations for production optimization.
• Prepare geological reports and technical recommendations.
• Mentor junior geologists and participate in peer reviews.

Skills

Seismic interpretation

Data integration

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

MSc or PhD in Geology

Tools

Petrel

GeoGraphix

Kingdom Suite

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng seeks a Senior Geologist to lead exploration strategy and resource development. The role combines on-site fieldwork with remote data analysis, interpretation, and reporting in a hybrid setup.

You will integrate seismic, well logs, and core data, mentor junior geologists, and collaborate with geophysics and reservoir teams to optimize assets across South Africa's basins.