Upstream Exploration Geoscientist — Seismic Prospecting Lead

Placements24; Upington; Vor Ort; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical aid

Retirement contributions

Annual bonus potential

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, seeks an Upstream Exploration Geoscientist to identify and evaluate new exploration opportunities using advanced geological and geophysical techniques. You will interpret seismic data, integrate subsurface information, and develop geological models to assess prospectivity and quantify hydrocarbon resources.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of upstream exploration geoscience experience, strong proficiency in seismic interpretation software (Petrel, Kingdom

Qualifikationen

• Masters or PhD in Geology, Geophysics, or related Earth Science.
• Minimum 5 years of upstream exploration geoscience experience.
• Proficiency in seismic interpretation software (Petrel, Kingdom Suite, SKUA-GOCAD).
• Strong understanding of structural geology, stratigraphy, and petroleum systems.
• Experience with well log analysis and petrophysical evaluation.

Aufgaben

• Interpret 2D and 3D seismic data to identify structural and stratigraphic traps for hydrocarbon exploration.
• Integrate well logs, core data, gravity, and magnetic data.
• Build and refine geological models to characterize potential reservoirs and source rocks.
• Conduct detailed prospectivity assessments and volumetric calculations.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers and petrophysicists to define subsurface uncertainties.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and maps for exploration reviews and decision-making.
• Contribute to exploration strategy and drilling plan development.
• Identify and evaluate new exploration technologies and methodologies.
• Work within a multidisciplinary exploration team and stay updated on regional geology.

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, seeks an Upstream Exploration Geoscientist to identify and evaluate new exploration opportunities using advanced geological and geophysical techniques. You will interpret seismic data, integrate subsurface information, and develop geological models to assess prospectivity and quantify hydrocarbon resources.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of upstream exploration geoscience experience, strong proficiency in seismic interpretation software (Petrel, Kingdom