Senior Operations Geologist

Placements24; Paarl; Híbrido; ZAR 1.200.000 - 2.000.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Retirement provisions

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Operations Geologist for a hybrid role in Paarl, Western Cape. The successful candidate will guide drilling operations, perform real-time geological analysis, and support reservoir characterization and production monitoring.

Responsibilities include integrating logs, cores and seismic data, updating subsurface models, developing reports, and planning fieldwork. Requirements: Master’s degree in Geology and 7+ years in oil and gas operations geology, with

Formación

• Master's degree in Geology or related geoscience discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in operations geology, well-site geology, or reservoir geology in Oil & Gas.
• Proven ability to provide effective geological support during drilling operations.

Responsabilidades

• Provide real-time geological support during drilling operations, including formation evaluation and lithology logging.
• Integrate geological data from logs, cores, and seismic to update subsurface models.
• Monitor reservoir performance and identify opportunities for production optimization.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers, production engineers, and geophysicists.
• Prepare geological reports, presentations, and well prognosis documents.
• Assist in planning and executing geological fieldwork and data acquisition programs.
• Develop and maintain geological databases and ensure data quality.
• Evaluate potential drilling targets and contribute to development plans.
• Contribute to the geological understanding of the asset base.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Educación

Master's degree in Geology

Herramientas

Petrel

Geolog

Kingdom

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking energy exploration company, is seeking an experienced Senior Operations Geologist to join their dynamic team, based in the picturesque setting of Paarl, Western Cape. This hybrid role combines on-site collaboration with the flexibility of remote work, focusing on optimizing geological input for ongoing field operations and new development projects within the Oil & Gas sector. The successful candidate will be instrumental in guiding drilling operations, performing real-time geological analysis, and contributing to reservoir characterization and performance monitoring. This is an exciting opportunity to work on diverse geological challenges and contribute to the success of critical exploration and production activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide real-time geological support during drilling operations, including formation evaluation, lithology logging, and well correlation.
• Integrate geological data from various sources (logs, cores, seismic) to update subsurface models.
• Monitor reservoir performance and identify opportunities for production optimization.
• Collaborate closely with reservoir engineers, production engineers, and geophysicists.
• Prepare geological reports, presentations, and well prognosis documents.
• Assist in the planning and execution of geological fieldwork and data acquisition programs.
• Develop and maintain geological databases and ensure data quality.
• Evaluate potential drilling targets and provide geological input for development plans.
• Contribute to the geological understanding of the company's asset base.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Geology or a related geoscience discipline.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in operations geology, well-site geology, or reservoir geology within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proven ability to provide effective geological support during drilling operations.
• Strong understanding of petrophysics, sedimentology, and structural geology.
• Proficiency with geological software packages (e.g., Petrel, Geolog, Kingdom).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team in a hybrid environment.
• Willingness to travel to field locations as required.
• Experience with South African geological formations is advantageous.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package and benefits, including medical aid and retirement provisions.
• The hybrid work model allows for a healthy work-life balance, combined with the appeal of living in the beautiful Western Cape region.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company are significant.
• You will be part of an innovative team dedicated to responsible resource development in the Oil & Gas sector, contributing to impactful projects and leveraging modern geological technologies.