Subsurface Geoscientist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Subsurface Geoscientist to contribute to exploration and development in the Welkom area. You will integrate seismic, well logs, and geological models to identify hydrocarbon resources and support field development decisions in the Oil & Gas sector.

The role requires 5+ years of subsurface experience, a Master’s degree in geoscience, and proficiency with seismic interpretation tools like Petrel and IHS Markit.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geology, Geophysics, or related geoscience discipline.
• At least 5 years of relevant Oil & Gas subsurface experience.
• Proficiency with seismic interpretation software (Petrel) and geological modeling.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with large datasets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for collaboration and reporting.
• Experience in sequence stratigraphy and petrophysical analysis is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Integrate and interpret geological, geophysical, and engineering data to build subsurface models.
• Perform seismic data analysis, including attribute analysis and inversion, to identify prospects.
• Evaluate well logs and core data to understand reservoir properties, lithology, and fluids.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers and production teams to optimize field development.
• Prepare technical reports, maps, and presentations detailing interpretations and recommendations.
• Stay current with new geoscience technologies and methodologies.

Skills

Geoscience analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Master's degree in Geology/Geophysics

Tools

Petrel

IHS Markit

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Subsurface Geoscientist to contribute to their exploration and development efforts in the Welkom area. This role focuses on integrating diverse subsurface data sets, including seismic, well logs, and geological models, to identify and characterize hydrocarbon resources. You will play a key role in understanding the complexities of the subsurface, supporting decision-making for field development and production optimization within the Oil & Gas sector. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical capabilities and a passion for unraveling subsurface mysteries.

Key Responsibilities

• Integrate and interpret geological, geophysical, and engineering data to build comprehensive subsurface models.
• Perform detailed analysis of seismic data, including attribute analysis and inversion, to identify potential prospects.
• Evaluate well logs and core data to understand reservoir properties, lithology, and fluid content.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers and production teams to optimize field development and production strategies.
• Prepare technical reports, maps, and presentations detailing subsurface interpretations and recommendations.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and methodologies in geoscience and their application to exploration and production.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Geology, Geophysics, or a related geoscience discipline.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas industry , with a focus on subsurface characterization.
• Proficiency with industry-standard software for seismic interpretation (e.g., Petrel, IHS Markit) and geological modeling.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with large, complex datasets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration and reporting.
• Experience in sequence stratigraphy and petrophysical analysis is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for professional training.
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions.
• A dynamic work environment focused on innovation and technical excellence.