Subsurface Geoscience Lead

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 2,000,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in East London, Eastern Cape, seeks a Subsurface Geoscience Lead with 10+ years in Oil & Gas to guide a multidisciplinary team. You will integrate geology, geophysics, and petrophysics to build subsurface models and drive exploration strategy.

The role requires senior leadership, robust communication, and a track record of delivering strategic subsurface insights. Hybrid office/field coordination is expected in this South African operation.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geology, Geophysics, or a related Earth Science discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in subsurface geoscience within the Oil & Gas industry, with demonstrated leadership experience.
• Expertise in geological modeling, seismic interpretation, petrophysics, and basin analysis.
• Proven ability to integrate multidisciplinary subsurface data.
• Strong understanding of exploration and development workflows.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to mentor junior team members and foster a collaborative environment.
• Experience working in a hybrid setup, coordinating between office-based teams and field operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of geologists, geophysicists, and petrophysicists.
• Oversee the integrated interpretation of geological, geophysical, and petrophysical data.
• Develop and refine subsurface models for exploration and field development.
• Evaluate and characterize hydrocarbon resources and reserves.
• Guide the planning and execution of geological and geophysical surveys.
• Present subsurface interpretations and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure the application of best practices and advanced technologies in subsurface characterization.
• Contribute to the company's exploration portfolio management and strategic planning.
• Collaborate closely with reservoir engineering and drilling teams.

Skills

Geology

Geophysics

Petrophysics

Geological modeling

Seismic interpretation

Basin analysis

Data integration

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Master's or PhD in Geology/Geophysics

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent energy exploration company within the Oil & Gas industry , is seeking a highly experienced Subsurface Geoscience Lead for their operations in East London, Eastern Cape . This senior role is responsible for leading and mentoring a team of geoscientists, overseeing subsurface evaluations, and contributing to strategic exploration and development decisions. The Geoscience Lead will integrate geological, geophysical, and petrophysical data to build comprehensive subsurface models and identify commercially viable opportunities. This is a leadership position for a seasoned professional looking to make a significant impact on the company's resource base and exploration strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of geologists, geophysicists, and petrophysicists.
• Oversee the integrated interpretation of geological, geophysical, and petrophysical data.
• Develop and refine subsurface models for exploration and field development.
• Evaluate and characterize hydrocarbon resources and reserves.
• Guide the planning and execution of geological and geophysical surveys.
• Present subsurface interpretations and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure the application of best practices and advanced technologies in subsurface characterization.
• Contribute to the company's exploration portfolio management and strategic planning.
• Collaborate closely with reservoir engineering and drilling teams.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Geology, Geophysics, or a related Earth Science discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in subsurface geoscience within the Oil & Gas industry , with demonstrated leadership experience.
• Expertise in geological modeling, seismic interpretation, petrophysics, and basin analysis.
• Proven ability to integrate multidisciplinary subsurface data.
• Strong understanding of exploration and development workflows.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to mentor junior team members and foster a collaborative environment.
• Experience working in a hybrid setup, coordinating between office-based teams and field operations.
• Familiarity with the geological provinces relevant to the region around East London, Eastern Cape is an advantage.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly attractive compensation package, including a substantial annual bonus, excellent health insurance, and robust retirement benefits. Professional development is a key focus, with opportunities for advanced training and conference participation within the Oil & Gas sector . The hybrid work model provides a balance of workplace collaboration and personal flexibility. This leadership role offers significant influence over exploration strategy and the potential for career advancement within a leading energy company.