Geologist - Exploration and Appraisal

About the Role

Our client, a leading entity in the Oil & Gas industry, is actively seeking a dedicated and skilled Geologist to join their exploration and appraisal team in Tembisa, Gauteng . This vital role will focus on identifying and evaluating new hydrocarbon prospects, interpreting geological data, and contributing to the successful development of exploration strategies. The successful candidate will work closely with geophysicists, reservoir engineers, and management to de-risk exploration ventures and optimize the subsurface understanding of potential assets. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to significant discoveries within a globally recognized company and to advance your career in a challenging and rewarding environment in the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret and integrate geological and geophysical data (seismic, well logs, core data) to build detailed subsurface models.
• Identify and evaluate potential hydrocarbon traps and plays across various geological basins.
• Perform basin analysis and prospectivity assessments to guide exploration efforts.
• Contribute to the planning and execution of geological fieldwork and data acquisition programs.
• Collaborate with the exploration team to define drilling targets and well designs.
• Prepare geological reports, presentations, and recommendations for internal stakeholders and management.
• Monitor and analyze regional geological trends and their impact on exploration success.
• Stay abreast of the latest technologies and methodologies in geological exploration.
• Provide geological input for appraisal studies of discovered fields.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geology or a closely related geoscience discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in geological exploration, preferably within the Oil & Gas sector.
• Proficiency in geological interpretation software (e.g., Petrel, Kingdom Suite).
• Strong understanding of sedimentology, stratigraphy, structural geology, and petroleum systems.
• Experience with seismic data interpretation and well log analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate complex geological concepts clearly.
• Experience with South African geological settings is a significant advantage.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel to operational sites as required.

Benefits

• Our client provides a competitive salary package, comprehensive medical and dental insurance, a generous provident fund, and opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth. Employees benefit from a supportive work culture and access to state-of-the-art exploration technologies. This role offers a pathway for career advancement within the company's exploration division.

The position is based at our well-equipped offices in Tembisa, Gauteng .

#J-18808-Ljbffr