Senior Petroleum Geologist — Exploration & Reservoirs

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Medical aid and life insurance

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Pension fund contribution

Career advancement potential

Access to advanced geological tools

Exposure to challenging projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Petroleum Geologist for our client based in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will interpret geological data, map subsurface structures, and build 3D geological models to support exploration and development in the oil and gas sector.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in Geology or Earth Sciences, 5+ years in exploration geology, and proficiency with Petrel, GeoGraphix, and Kingdom Suite.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geology or Earth Sciences is required.
• 5+ years of experience in exploration geology, ideally in oil and gas.
• Proficiency with Petrel, GeoGraphix and Kingdom Suite.
• Strong understanding of sedimentology, stratigraphy, structural geology and geophysics.
• Experience with seismic interpretation and well log analysis.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Must have the legal right to work in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret geological, geophysical and geochemical data to identify reservoirs.
• Construct and maintain subsurface maps, cross-sections and 3D models.
• Evaluate drilling prospects and provide exploration recommendations.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers and geophysicists to develop field studies.
• Participate in core analysis programs and log interpretation.
• Assess geological risks and uncertainties in exploration ventures.
• Prepare detailed geological reports and presentations for management.
• Stay updated with advances in geological software and exploration tech.

Skills

Sedimentology

Stratigraphy

Structural geology

Geophysics

Seismic interpretation

Well log analysis

Data integration

Education

Master's degree in Geology or Earth Sciences

Tools

Petrel

GeoGraphix

Kingdom Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Petroleum Geologist for our client based in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will interpret geological data, map subsurface structures, and build 3D geological models to support exploration and development in the oil and gas sector.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in Geology or Earth Sciences, 5+ years in exploration geology, and proficiency with Petrel, GeoGraphix, and Kingdom Suite.