Senior Geoscientist - Seismic Interpretation

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health & wellness benefits

Professional development

Conference attendance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geoscientist specializing in seismic interpretation to join their fully remote team. You will interpret complex seismic data to identify exploration targets and steer hydrocarbon development across global basins from your home office.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or Ph.D. in Geophysics or Geology with 8+ years in seismic interpretation, and is proficient with Petrel, Kingdom Suite, and IHS tools; you will collaborate with international teams and mentor

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geophysics, Geology, or related Earth Science.
• 8+ years of seismic interpretation experience in Oil & Gas.
• Proficiency in 2D/3D seismic interpretation and data processing.
• Experience with Petrel, Kingdom Suite, and IHS tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced seismic interpretation to map structures and traps.
• Integrate seismic data with well, core, and other geological information.
• Use 2D/3D workflows for interpretation and analysis.
• Mentor junior geoscientists and share best practices.
• Collaborate with international teams to guide drilling decisions and reservoir understanding.

Skills

Seismic interpretation

Remote work

Mentoring

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Geophysics/Geology

Tools

Petrel

Kingdom Suite

IHS tools

Job description

Our client is looking for an exceptional Senior Geoscientist specializing in Seismic Interpretation to join their fully remote team. This role is central to unlocking the potential of new exploration targets by interpreting complex seismic data. You will play a vital part in identifying prospective areas for hydrocarbon exploration and development across various basins. This is an ideal opportunity for a highly skilled geoscientist who wants to leverage advanced technologies and work collaboratively with a global team, contributing significantly to the company's strategic growth in the dynamic Oil & Gas industry from the comfort of their home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced seismic data interpretation to identify and map geological structures and stratigraphic traps.
• Integrate seismic data with well logs, core data, and other geological and geophysical information.
• Utilize cutting-edge software and workflows for 2D and 3D seismic interpretation and analysis.
• Contribute to the generation and evaluation of exploration prospects and development opportunities.
• Collaborate with exploration teams, providing critical insights for drilling decisions and reservoir characterization.
• Mentor junior geoscientists and contribute to the development of best practices in seismic interpretation.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geophysics, Geology, or a related Earth Science discipline.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in seismic interpretation within the Oil & Gas industry, with a focus on exploration.
• Expertise in 2D and 3D seismic data processing and interpretation techniques.
• Proficiency with industry-standard seismic interpretation software (e.g., Petrel, Kingdom Suite, IHS Markit tools).
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to work independently and effectively in a remote environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities to collaborate with international multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Allowance for professional development, training, and conference attendance.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging geophysical projects globally.