Senior Seismic Interpreter: Prospecting Hydrocarbon Plays

Placements24

Benoni

On-site

ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

33 hours ago

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Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Geoscientist specialized in seismic interpretation to lead the analysis of complex seismic datasets in Benoni, Gauteng. You will guide exploration strategies, integrate seismic data with well and core information, and contribute to prospect generation while mentoring junior geoscientists.

The role requires a PhD/masters in geosciences with 8+ years of seismic interpretation experience and proficiency in industry tools.

Qualifications

Master's degree or PhD with strong emphasis on seismic data analysis.
8+ years of seismic interpretation experience in Oil & Gas exploration.
Expertise in advanced seismic interpretation techniques: structural, stratigraphic, amplitude analysis.

Responsibilities

Interpret 2D/3D seismic data to identify structural/stratigraphic traps and faults.
Integrate seismic data with well logs, cores, and other data to build subsurface models.
Perform quantitative seismic interpretation and attribute analysis.
Evaluate exploration prospects, risks, and estimate hydrocarbon volumes.
Collaborate on seismic processing strategies and QC with geophysicists.
Define reservoir architecture and connectivity with engineers and geologists.
Prepare detailed seismic interpretation reports and present findings.
Contribute to regional/play fairway analyses and prospect generation.
Mentor and guide junior geoscientists in interpretation techniques.
Stay current with seismic interpretation software and methodologies.