Senior Petroleum Geoscientist - Remote
Randburg, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa
Listed on 2026-10-19
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Science
Geology / Geoscience, Environmental Compliance & Protection -
Engineering
Geology / Geoscience, Environmental Engineer, Environmental Compliance & Protection, Oil & Gas
About the Role
This is a unique, fully remote opportunity for a highly experienced Senior Petroleum Geoscientist to join Our client's globally distributed team. This role is pivotal in driving exploration and appraisal efforts within the Oil & Gas sector, focusing on the interpretation of complex geological and geophysical data to identify and de-risk prospective hydrocarbon plays. Working entirely remotely, you will leverage advanced software and analytical techniques to contribute to our strategic subsurface understanding.
Our client is committed to fostering a remote-first culture that embraces innovation, collaboration, and professional autonomy, making this an ideal position for a self-driven geoscientist looking to make a significant impact from their home office anywhere in South Africa .
- Integrate and interpret multi-disciplinary geoscience data, including seismic, well logs, core data, and regional geological information.
- Develop and refine geological and geophysical models to assess hydrocarbon potential and quantify uncertainty.
- Identify and mature exploration and appraisal prospects, providing detailed technical evaluations and risk assessments.
- Utilize advanced seismic interpretation and attribute analysis techniques to delineate reservoirs and understand subsurface structures.
- Collaborate closely with reservoir engineers, geologists, and other technical disciplines in a virtual environment.
- Prepare high-quality technical reports, presentations, and play fairway maps for management and potential partners.
- Stay abreast of the latest technologies and methodologies in petroleum geoscience.
- Mentor junior geoscientists and contribute to the team's collective knowledge base.
- Master's degree or Ph.D. in Geology, Geophysics, or a related Earth Science field.
- A minimum of 9 years of experience in petroleum geoscience, with a strong focus on exploration and appraisal.
- Proven expertise in seismic data interpretation, geological modeling, and prospect evaluation.
- Proficiency with industry-standard geoscience software suites (e.g., Petrel, Kingdom, IHS Markit tools).
- Strong understanding of basin analysis, structural geology, and sedimentology.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, essential for effective remote collaboration.
- Must be highly self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
- Must have a reliable internet connection and a suitable remote work environment.
Our client offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, a retirement savings plan, and performance-based bonuses. Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development are a key focus. This fully remote role provides unparalleled flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere in South Africa . You will be part of an innovative and collaborative global team within the Oil & Gas industry, contributing to high-impact exploration projects.
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