Senior Geophysicist - Seismic Exploration & Modeling (Hybrid)

Placements24

Centurion

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus potential

Hybrid work model

Health and wellness benefits

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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Geophysicist to join its exploration and production team based in Centurion. You will interpret seismic, magnetic, and gravity data to build subsurface models and support exploration strategies within the Oil & Gas sector.

The role requires collaboration with geologists and reservoir engineers, strong analytical skills, and experience with seismic processing workflows. A hybrid work model and comprehensive health benefits are offered.

Qualifications

Master's or PhD in Geophysics, Geology, or a related Earth Science discipline.
5-7 years of experience in geophysical interpretation, preferably within the Oil & Gas industry.
Proficiency with industry-standard geophysical software (e.g., Petrel, Kingdom Suite).
Strong understanding of seismic processing workflows and data quality assessment.
Experience with AVO analysis and seismic inversion techniques.

Responsibilities

Process and interpret 2D and 3D seismic data to identify geological structures and potential hydrocarbon traps.
Integrate geophysical data with well logs, geological maps, and other subsurface information.
Perform quantitative seismic interpretation and attribute analysis.
Conduct feasibility studies for new exploration ventures based on geophysical data.
Prepare detailed reports and presentations for management and technical teams.