Senior Geophysical Exploration Lead (Offshore/Onshore)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Annual performance bonus

Professional development opportunities

Retirement fund and life insurance

Relocation assistance to Richards Bay

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Geophysical Survey Manager to lead offshore and onshore geophysical exploration efforts in Richards Bay, South Africa. You will plan, execute, and interpret complex surveys, coordinating with geology, reservoir engineering, and drilling teams to optimize hydrocarbon discovery.

You will manage budgets, vendor relationships, and quality control while implementing advanced technologies and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Geophysics, Geology, or related Earth Science.
• 10+ years of geophysical exploration experience, with Oil & Gas exposure.
• Extensive seismic data acquisition, processing and interpretation (2D/3D).
• Experience with Petrel, OpendTect, and Kingdom Suite.
• Proven leadership of multidisciplinary survey teams.
• Strong communication and reporting skills.
• Willingness to travel and based in Richards Bay or willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee all geophysical survey project phases (seismic, magnetic, gravity).
• Manage data acquisition and ensure quality control.
• Interpret and process geophysical data to identify subsurface structures and hydrocarbon accumulations.
• Lead contractors and vendors, ensuring performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Prepare detailed reports, maps, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with geologists and drilling teams to integrate findings for exploration and development.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards.
• Stay updated on advancements in geophysical technologies.

Skills

Seismic data analysis

Geophysical interpretation

Team leadership

Stakeholder communication

Analytical thinking

Report writing

Problem solving

Willing to travel

Education

Master's or PhD in Geophysics or related Earth Science

Tools

Petrel

OpendTect

Kingdom Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Geophysical Survey Manager to lead offshore and onshore geophysical exploration efforts in Richards Bay, South Africa. You will plan, execute, and interpret complex surveys, coordinating with geology, reservoir engineering, and drilling teams to optimize hydrocarbon discovery.

You will manage budgets, vendor relationships, and quality control while implementing advanced technologies and ensuring regulatory compliance.