Senior Geoscientist - Seismic Interpretation (Remote)

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,958,000 - 2,936,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Remote work flexibility

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geoscientist with deep seismic interpretation expertise to join a fully remote exploration team. You will analyze 2D/3D seismic data to identify subsurface hydrocarbon potential and support drilling decisions from a home office, collaborating across time zones.

The role emphasizes independence, high-quality interpretation, and mentoring junior geoscientists while contributing to key Oil & Gas projects in a global, flexible environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geophysics, Geology, or a related geoscience field.
• 8+ years of seismic interpretation experience in exploration geology.
• Proficiency with Petrel, Kingdom Suite and OpendTect software.

Responsibilities

• Perform 2D and 3D seismic interpretation to identify structures and reservoirs.
• Integrate seismic data with well logs and core data to build subsurface models.
• Use seismic attributes to assess prospectivity and reduce exploration risk.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers and petrophysicists to validate targets.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and prospect maps for management.
• Mentor junior geoscientists and share best practices in seismic interpretation.

Skills

Seismic interpretation

Remote teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Geophysics/Geology

Tools

Petrel

Kingdom Suite

OpendTect

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Geoscientist with expertise in seismic interpretation to join their fully remote exploration team. This role is instrumental in identifying and characterizing subsurface hydrocarbon potential through the advanced analysis of seismic data. You will work independently and collaboratively with geologists and reservoir engineers across different time zones to support exploration strategies. This position offers a unique opportunity for a seasoned professional to contribute significantly to the Oil & Gas industry from the comfort of their home office, benefiting from a truly flexible and global work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed 2D and 3D seismic data interpretation to identify geological structures, stratigraphic traps, and potential reservoirs.
• Integrate seismic data with well logs, core data, and other geological information to build comprehensive subsurface models.
• Utilize advanced seismic attributes and interpretation techniques to assess prospectivity and reduce exploration risk.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers and petrophysicists to validate interpretations and define drilling targets.
• Prepare clear and concise technical reports, presentations, and prospect maps for exploration management.
• Mentor junior geoscientists and contribute to the development of best practices in seismic interpretation within the team.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Geophysics, Geology, or a related geoscience field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in seismic data interpretation, with a strong background in exploration geology.
• Proficiency with industry-standard seismic interpretation software (e.g., Petrel, Kingdom Suite, OpendTect).
• Demonstrated experience in the geological evaluation of exploration prospects in various basins.
• Strong understanding of seismic processing workflows and their impact on interpretation quality.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a proven ability to work effectively in a remote, team-oriented setting, supporting operations near Polokwane .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Access to advanced seismic software and cloud computing resources.
• A stimulating remote work environment with opportunities for professional growth and contribution to key projects in the Oil & Gas sector.