Senior Geologist: Subsurface Modeling & Exploration Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentive program

Relocation assistance

Healthcare

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geologist in Pretoria, Gauteng, to lead geological evaluation of exploration targets and support development decisions. You will interpret data, build subsurface models, and advise on exploration plans as part of a dynamic geoscience team.

The role requires a Master’s in Geology (or related Earth Science) and at least 7 years of exploration geology experience, with strong skills in Petrel and Kingdom Suite.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Geology, Geophysics, or a related Earth Science field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in exploration geology with subsurface interpretation and modelling.
• Proficiency in geological software packages such as Petrel, Kingdom Suite, or similar.
• Experience with seismic interpretation, well log analysis, and core analysis.
• Solid understanding of structural geology, sedimentology, and sequence stratigraphy.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed geological analysis of seismic data, well logs, core samples and other datasets.
• Develop and maintain 3D geological models to delineate reservoir architecture.
• Identify and evaluate hydrocarbon prospects and leads with associated risks.
• Collaborate with geophysicists, reservoir engineers and drilling teams to integrate interpretations.
• Prepare technical reports and geological summaries for management.
• Supervise geological fieldwork including seismic acquisition and core logging.
• Provide geological support during drilling, including real-time well correlation.
• Stay current with advancements in geological software and methods.

Skills

Seismic interpretation

Well log analysis

3D modelling

Geology software

Structural geology

Sedimentology

Critical thinking

Education

Master’s degree in Geology

Geophysics or related Earth Science

Tools

Petrel

Kingdom Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geologist in Pretoria, Gauteng, to lead geological evaluation of exploration targets and support development decisions. You will interpret data, build subsurface models, and advise on exploration plans as part of a dynamic geoscience team.

The role requires a Master’s in Geology (or related Earth Science) and at least 7 years of exploration geology experience, with strong skills in Petrel and Kingdom Suite.