Senior Petroleum Geoscientist — Seismic & Exploration Lead

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plan

Relocation assistance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct in Durban seeks a Senior Petroleum Geoscientist to lead seismic interpretation and subsurface modeling. You will evaluate hydrocarbon prospects, integrate multi-disciplinary data, and guide exploration strategy with engineers and geoscientists.

The role emphasizes basin analysis, structural geology, and advanced software proficiency, contributing to asset optimization and project delivery.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Geology, Geophysics or related earth science discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of petroleum exploration and development experience.
• Expertise in seismic interpretation and attribute analysis with Petrel/Kingdom.
• Strong geological modeling and subsurface mapping skills.
• Solid knowledge of structural geology, stratigraphy and sedimentology.
• Experience in prospect evaluation and risk assessment.
• Excellent analytical and presentation abilities.
• Effective communication and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Interpret 2D/3D seismic data to delineate structures and reservoirs.
• Integrate geological, geophysical and well data into subsurface models.
• Conduct basin analysis and regional studies to identify plays.
• Evaluate prospects and assess geological risks and uncertainties.
• Collaborate with reservoir and drilling engineers for development planning.
• Provide geological support for well planning and execution.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for management and JV partners.
• Mentor junior geoscientists and contribute to team development.
• Stay updated on geoscience tech and methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and industry best practices.

Skills

Seismic interpretation

Geological modeling

Risk assessment

Petrel/K Kingdom Suite

Subsurface mapping

Structural geology

Stratigraphy

Sedimentology

Data management

Collaboration in multidisciplinary env

Education

Master's degree in Geology/Geophysics

PhD in Geology/Geophysics

Tools

Petrel

Kingdom Suite

Job description

WhatJobs Direct in Durban seeks a Senior Petroleum Geoscientist to lead seismic interpretation and subsurface modeling. You will evaluate hydrocarbon prospects, integrate multi-disciplinary data, and guide exploration strategy with engineers and geoscientists.

The role emphasizes basin analysis, structural geology, and advanced software proficiency, contributing to asset optimization and project delivery.