Subsurface Geoscientist

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Health benefits

Pension scheme

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Subsurface Geoscientist to join our client in Kimberley, South Africa. You will integrate geological, geophysical, and engineering data to interpret subsurface conditions and build geological models for hydrocarbon exploration.

The role offers a hybrid work pattern, collaboration with office colleagues, and a focus on reservoir analysis, basin studies, and reports to support field development planning.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Geology, Geophysics, or a related geoscience discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in subsurface evaluation and exploration.
• Proficiency in geological and geophysical interpretation software (Petrel, Kingdom).
• Strong understanding of structural geology, sedimentology, and petroleum systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Interpret geological and geophysical data, including seismic, well logs, and core data.
• Construct and validate 3D subsurface models to understand reservoir architecture and properties.
• Identify and evaluate exploration opportunities and development prospects.
• Perform basin analysis and play fairway mapping.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers and production teams to support field development planning.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations on subsurface evaluations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Geology/Geophysics

Tools

Petrel

Kingdom

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Subsurface Geoscientist to join their team in Kimberley . This role is integral to exploring and developing hydrocarbon resources by integrating geological, geophysical, and engineering data. You will be responsible for interpreting subsurface data, building geological models, and assessing the potential for viable resource accumulations. This hybrid position allows for collaboration with colleagues in the office while also offering flexibility for remote work, contributing to the company's exploration efforts through detailed subsurface analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret geological and geophysical data, including seismic, well logs, and core data.
• Construct and validate 3D subsurface models to understand reservoir architecture and properties.
• Identify and evaluate exploration opportunities and development prospects.
• Perform basin analysis and play fairway mapping.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers and production teams to support field development planning.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations on subsurface evaluations.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Geology, Geophysics, or a related geoscience discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in subsurface evaluation and exploration.
• Proficiency in geological and geophysical interpretation software (e.g., Petrel, Kingdom).
• Strong understanding of structural geology , sedimentology, and petroleum systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model in Kimberley , with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Hybrid work arrangement.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Pension scheme contribution.
• Support for professional development and conference attendance.
• A collaborative and stimulating work environment.