Senior Geoscientist - Remote First

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office stipend

Health coverage

Remote-friendly environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Geoscientist to join a remote-first exploration team. The role focuses on interpreting geological and geophysical data to identify hydrocarbon prospects and support asset development from your home office.

You will use seismic interpretation software, well data, and basin modeling to inform strategy, collaborate with engineers virtually, and mentor junior staff while remaining autonomous.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Geology, Geophysics, or related Earth Science.
• 8+ years experience in exploration geoscience, preferably in Oil & Gas.
• Expertise in seismic interpretation software: Petrel, Kingdom, OpendTect.
• Strong understanding of structural geology, stratigraphy, and sedimentology.
• Proficiency in geological modeling and uncertainty analysis.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for remote work.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines remotely.
• Experience with prospect risking and resource estimation desirable.
• Must have legal right to work remotely in home office environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced seismic interpretation including horizon tracking and fault analysis.
• Integrate seismic, well logs, core and production data to build geological models.
• Identify, evaluate and rank exploration prospects and development opportunities.
• Conduct regional and play-based exploration studies.
• Utilize basin modeling software to understand petroleum systems.
• Contribute to reserve and resource estimations via volumetric analysis and uncertainty.
• Prepare geological reports and present findings to internal teams and management.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers, drilling engineers, and other geoscience disciplines remotely.
• Mentor junior geoscientists and share knowledge across the team.
• Stay current with emerging geoscience technologies and methodologies.

Skills

Seismic interpretation

Geological modeling

Uncertainty analysis

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Remote collaboration

Time management

Education

Master's degree in Geology/Geophysics

PhD in Geology/Geophysics

Tools

Petrel

Kingdom

OpendTect

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in the energy sector, is actively seeking a highly experienced Senior Geoscientist to join their globally distributed, remote-first team. This role is central to our exploration and appraisal efforts, focusing on the interpretation of geological and geophysical data to identify and evaluate hydrocarbon prospects. As a fully remote position, you will leverage advanced seismic interpretation software, well data analysis, and integrated basin modeling techniques to provide critical insights that drive exploration strategy and asset development. We are looking for an individual who is a self-starter, possesses exceptional analytical skills, and thrives in a collaborative yet autonomous virtual environment. This is a unique opportunity to contribute your expertise to high-impact projects without geographical constraints, working from your home office to influence major decisions within the Oil & Gas industry. Your contributions will be vital in unlocking new resource opportunities and optimizing existing assets for our client, operating in dynamic markets including the region around Mossel Bay, Western Cape, ZA.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced seismic data interpretation, including horizon tracking, fault analysis, and attribute analysis.
• Integrate geological and geophysical data (seismic, well logs, core data, production data) to build robust geological models.
• Identify, evaluate, and rank exploration prospects and development opportunities.
• Conduct regional and play-based exploration studies.
• Utilize basin modeling software to understand petroleum systems and migration pathways.
• Contribute to reserve and resource estimations through volumetric analysis and uncertainty assessments.
• Prepare comprehensive geological reports and present findings to internal teams and management.
• Collaborate effectively with reservoir engineers, drilling engineers, and other geoscience disciplines in a virtual setting.
• Mentor junior geoscientists and share knowledge across the team.
• Stay current with emerging geoscience technologies and methodologies.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Geology, Geophysics, or a related Earth Science discipline.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in exploration geoscience, preferably within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Expertise in seismic interpretation software (e.g., Petrel, Kingdom, OpendTect).
• Strong understanding of structural geology, stratigraphy, and sedimentology.
• Proficiency in geological modeling and uncertainty analysis.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, adapted for a remote work environment.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote-first setting.
• Experience with prospect risking and resource estimation is highly desirable.
• Must have the legal right to work remotely and be situated in a suitable home office environment.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, tailored for remote employees, potentially including home office stipends and robust health coverage. This fully remote position provides unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance, eliminating commute stress. You will be part of an innovative, forward-thinking company with significant opportunities for career growth and professional development in the global Oil & Gas arena. Access to the latest geoscience software and technology is guaranteed. We foster a supportive and inclusive virtual culture where your contributions are recognized and valued. This role offers the chance to impact significant exploration projects from anywhere, with a focus on areas relevant to South Africa's energy potential, including the coastal regions near Mossel Bay, Western Cape, ZA.