Senior Geoscientist - Subsurface Analysis

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Wellness benefits

Professional development

Remote work setup

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geoscientist to lead subsurface interpretation for oil and gas projects near Mossel Bay. You will analyze seismic, well data, gravity and magnetic information to build robust subsurface models and guide exploration decisions.

You will work with geologists, reservoir engineers and other specialists, applying advanced techniques and state-of-the-art software while enjoying the flexibility of remote work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geophysics, Geology, or a related geoscience field.
• Minimum 8 years of oil and gas exploration and development experience.
• Proficiency in Petrel, Geolog, Landmark and related interpretation software.

Responsibilities

• Integrate seismic, well log, gravity and magnetic data to interpret subsurface geology.
• Develop detailed subsurface models including structural/stratigraphic interpretations.
• Perform quantitative seismic interpretation and attribute analysis to identify reservoirs.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers to define properties and estimate reserves.
• Contribute to exploration and development strategy based on subsurface insights.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and prospect evaluations for management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Geophysics/Geology

Tools

Petrel

Geolog

Landmark

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Geoscientist with expertise in subsurface analysis to join their innovative team, supporting operations near Mossel Bay . This role is crucial for interpreting geological and geophysical data to identify and characterize hydrocarbon resources. You will play a vital role in the exploration and development lifecycle, contributing essential insights that guide strategic decisions. This is an exceptional opportunity to leverage advanced analytical techniques and collaborate with geologists, reservoir engineers, and other specialists in a forward-thinking oil and gas company , with the flexibility of a remote work arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

• Integrate and interpret seismic, well log, gravity, and magnetic data to understand subsurface geology.
• Develop detailed subsurface models, including structural and stratigraphic interpretations.
• Perform quantitative seismic interpretation and attribute analysis to delineate potential reservoirs.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers to define reservoir properties and estimate reserves.
• Contribute to exploration and development strategy formulation based on subsurface insights.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and prospect evaluations for management.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geophysics, Geology, or a related geoscience field.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in oil and gas exploration and development.
• Proficiency in industry-standard interpretation software (e.g., Petrel, Geolog, Landmark).
• Strong understanding of seismic processing, inversion, and attribute analysis techniques.
• Experience with data management, QC, and geological/geophysical workflows.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and wellness benefits.
• Access to state-of-the‑art exploration software and technologies.
• Support for professional development, including conferences and training.
• The advantage of a remote work setup, allowing for greater work-life balance while contributing to impactful oil and gas projects.