Senior Geophysicist: Seismic Modeling & Prospect Eval

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Performance-based incentives

Professional development

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geophysicist for Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will lead advanced interpretation of seismic, gravity and magnetic data, build subsurface models, and evaluate geological risk to inform exploration and development decisions.

You'll work with a world-class geoscience team, mentor junior staff, and stay current with new geophysical technologies. This hybrid role offers a compelling career opportunity in a boundary-pushing oil and gas environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Geophysics, Geology or related Earth Science.
• 8+ years in geophysical exploration with seismic interpretation focus.
• Proficiency with Petrel, Kingdom Suite and Geolog.
• Strong understanding of seismic data workflows and modeling.
• Legal to work in South Africa; hybrid role in Mossel Bay.

Responsibilities

• Interpret detailed 2D/3D seismic data and integrate with well logs.
• Develop and validate subsurface geological models from geophysical data.
• Identify hydrocarbon prospects and assess geological risk.
• Use advanced geophysical software for processing and inversion.
• Collaborate with geologists, reservoir engineers, and petrophysicists.
• Prepare technical reports and prospect maps for exploration strategy.
• Mentor junior geophysicists and guide exploration teams.
• Stay updated with new geophysical technologies and methods.
• Participate in exploration reviews and drilling proposals.
• Contribute to acquisition and processing strategies.

Skills

Seismic interpretation

Subsurface modeling

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree or Ph.D. in Geophysics/Geology or related Earth Science

Tools

Petrel

Kingdom Suite

Geolog

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geophysicist for Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will lead advanced interpretation of seismic, gravity and magnetic data, build subsurface models, and evaluate geological risk to inform exploration and development decisions.

You'll work with a world-class geoscience team, mentor junior staff, and stay current with new geophysical technologies. This hybrid role offers a compelling career opportunity in a boundary-pushing oil and gas environment.