Senior Reservoir Geologist - Hybrid, Rustenburg

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and performance bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Generous annual leave

Professional development and training

Conference attendance

Hybrid work model

Access to advanced geological software

Well-being support

Diverse geological challenges

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Reservoir Geologist for our client in Rustenburg, North West. The role focuses on integrating geological data with engineering analyses to optimize hydrocarbon recovery, with a hybrid office-based work environment.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in reservoir geology, advanced modeling skills (Petrel/GeoGraphix), and strong communication abilities for presenting complex concepts to multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Geology/Geoscience or related field with specialization in sedimentology or petroleum geology.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant reservoir geology experience, preferably in Oil & Gas exploration/production.
• Proficiency in geological modeling software (Petrel, GeoGraphix) and data analysis tools.
• Strong seismic interpretation, well log analysis, and core analysis skills.
• Ability to integrate diverse geological and engineering data effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed geological models of reservoirs using seismic, well logs, core data, and production data.
• Conduct reservoir characterization studies (facies, sedimentology, petrophysics).
• Integrate geological data with reservoir engineering models to define fluid contacts and reservoir volumes.
• Identify and evaluate exploration opportunities and new development targets.
• Support field development planning and execution with geological input.
• Assess reservoir quality, heterogeneity, and connectivity through data analysis.
• Collaborate with petroleum engineers, geophysicists, and other geoscientists.
• Prepare comprehensive geological reports and present findings to management.
• Monitor reservoir performance and advise on production optimization strategies.
• Mentor junior geologists and geoscientists.

Skills

Seismic interpretation

Well log analysis

Data integration

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Geology or Geoscience

Tools

Petrel

GeoGraphix

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Reservoir Geologist for our client in Rustenburg, North West. The role focuses on integrating geological data with engineering analyses to optimize hydrocarbon recovery, with a hybrid office-based work environment.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in reservoir geology, advanced modeling skills (Petrel/GeoGraphix), and strong communication abilities for presenting complex concepts to multidisciplinary teams.