Senior Subsurface Geoscientist: Reservoir Modeling Lead

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Retirement fund

Professional development

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a Senior Subsurface Geoscientist to lead the integration of geological and geophysical data for robust reservoir models and development planning. You will interpret seismic data, analyze well logs, and collaborate with geophysicists and engineers to derisk exploration and optimize production, mentoring junior staff and advancing geoscience technologies.

The role offers a collaborative environment, access to advanced software, and strong opportunities for

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geology, Geophysics or related Earth Science discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in subsurface geoscience with reservoir characterization focus.
• Proficiency in seismic interpretation software (Petrel, Landmark, Paradigm).
• Strong skills in well log analysis, petrophysics, and geological modeling.
• Experience integrating diverse subsurface datasets.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication abilities.
• Ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed seismic data interpretation to identify geological structures and stratigraphic features.
• Integrate well log data, core analysis, and seismic attributes to create detailed geological models.
• Perform reservoir characterization studies, including petrophysical analysis and heterogeneity assessment.
• Develop and refine 3D subsurface models for static reservoir description.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers and geophysicists for integrated subsurface solutions.
• Assess exploration risks and opportunities based on subsurface interpretations.
• Contribute to field development planning and reservoir-simulation input.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to teams and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior geoscientists and share knowledge within the team.
• Stay updated with geoscience technologies and methodologies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Effective communication

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Geology or Geophysics

Tools

Petrel

Landmark

Paradigm

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a Senior Subsurface Geoscientist to lead the integration of geological and geophysical data for robust reservoir models and development planning. You will interpret seismic data, analyze well logs, and collaborate with geophysicists and engineers to derisk exploration and optimize production, mentoring junior staff and advancing geoscience technologies.

The role offers a collaborative environment, access to advanced software, and strong opportunities for