CareerPlan

Senior Geoscientist (Geophysicist)

Durban, eThekwiniRemoteFull-time2026-10-30

Core

Interpret complex geological and seismic data to identify hydrocarbon resources and evaluate exploration acreage for an international energy company.

Role type

Senior IC geophysicist (subsurface)

Builds

Subsurface models and quantitative risk assessments for exploration and field development

Domain

Oil & Gas, Geophysics

Required skills

Seismic data processing, Seismic interpretation, AVO analysis, Well log integration, Basin analysis, Play fairway mapping, Geophysical software proficiency, Quantitative risk assessment

Preferred skills

Basin analysis, Play fairway mapping

Technologies

Petrel, GeoGraphix, HampsonRussell

Responsibilities

Perform advanced seismic data processing, quality control, and interpretation; Integrate seismic data with well logs and core data to build subsurface models; Identify and evaluate potential hydrocarbon prospects; Contribute to field development planning; Utilize state-of-the-art geophysical software; Mentor junior geoscientists; Recommend adoption of new geophysical technologies; Present technical findings to management.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC