Senior Seismic Interpreter & Subsurface Mapper

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an accomplished Geophysicist specializing in seismic interpretation to join its exploration team in Port Elizabeth. You will analyze complex seismic datasets to identify prospective hydrocarbon plays and contribute critical insights to exploration strategies.

You will perform advanced data processing, interpret 2D/3D surveys, and develop integrated geological models. A strong analytical mindset and collaboration with geologists and engineers are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Geophysics or related quantitative science.
• Minimum 6 years of geophysical interpretation experience, preferably in oil & gas.
• Proficiency with seismic interpretation software (Petrel, OpendTect, Landmark).
• Strong understanding of seismic data acquisition and processing workflows.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced seismic data processing and QC to enhance subsurface imaging.
• Interpret 2D/3D seismic datasets to identify structures and features.
• Develop geological models from seismic, well, and subsurface data.
• Collaborate with geologists and reservoir engineers to de-risk plays.
• Generate geophysical reports, maps and presentations for reviews.
• Keep abreast of new seismic interpretation technologies and methodologies.

Skills

Seismic interpretation

Geophysics

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Master's or PhD in Geophysics

Tools

Petrel

OpendTect

Landmark

Job description

Placements24 seeks an accomplished Geophysicist specializing in seismic interpretation to join its exploration team in Port Elizabeth. You will analyze complex seismic datasets to identify prospective hydrocarbon plays and contribute critical insights to exploration strategies.

You will perform advanced data processing, interpret 2D/3D surveys, and develop integrated geological models. A strong analytical mindset and collaboration with geologists and engineers are essential.