Senior Geophysicist: Seismic Exploration Leader

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Performance bonuses

Professional development

Medical and retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Geophysicist to join their team in Port Elizabeth, focusing on seismic data processing and interpretation to advance subsurface understanding for Oil & Gas exploration.

You will apply advanced geophysical techniques, collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams, and contribute to exploration strategies while ensuring data quality and delivering comprehensive reports.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Geophysics, Physics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in applied geophysics, preferably within Oil & Gas exploration.
• Proficiency in seismic data processing and interpretation software (Petrel, OpendTect, IHS Markit).
• Strong understanding of seismic acquisition principles, wave propagation theory, and data processing algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Process, interpret, and integrate seismic data (2D/3D) to delineate subsurface structures and identify potential reservoirs.
• Perform attribute analysis, inversion, and other advanced geophysical techniques to enhance subsurface imaging.
• Collaborate with geologists and reservoir engineers to build integrated geological models.
• Develop geophysical exploration strategies and oversee seismic acquisition programs where applicable.
• Ensure data quality and perform quality control throughout the seismic processing and interpretation workflow.
• Prepare detailed geophysical reports and present findings to technical and management teams.

Skills

Seismic data processing

Seismic interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Master's/PhD in Geophysics

Physics or related discipline

Tools

Petrel

OpendTect

IHS Markit

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Geophysicist to join their team in Port Elizabeth, focusing on seismic data processing and interpretation to advance subsurface understanding for Oil & Gas exploration.

You will apply advanced geophysical techniques, collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams, and contribute to exploration strategies while ensuring data quality and delivering comprehensive reports.