Senior Petroleum Geologist - Basin Analysis & Prospectivity Mapping

About the Role

Our client, a prominent energy exploration company, is seeking an experienced Senior Petroleum Geologist to join their high-performing team in **Randburg, Gauteng**. This role is crucial for leading extensive basin analysis studies, generating detailed prospectivity maps, and contributing significantly to the company's exploration strategy. The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of petroleum systems, structural geology, and sedimentology, applying this knowledge to identify and de-risk potential hydrocarbon plays. Operating from our **Randburg** hub, you will be integral to driving exploration success within **South Africa** and potentially beyond, working within a collaborative and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed regional and play-based basin analysis, integrating seismic, well, and outcrop data.
• Develop and refine prospectivity maps, identifying and ranking exploration opportunities.
• Evaluate petroleum systems, including source rock potential, migration pathways, and reservoir presence.
• Perform detailed structural and stratigraphic interpretation of 2D/3D seismic datasets.
• Utilize geological modeling software to build regional and prospect-scale models.
• Assess geological risks and uncertainties associated with exploration prospects.
• Collaborate with geophysicists, reservoir engineers, and management to define exploration strategies.
• Prepare comprehensive geological reports, presentations, and technical recommendations.
• Mentor junior geologists and contribute to the team's technical development.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regional geology and exploration trends.

Requirements

• MSc or PhD in Geology or Petroleum Geology.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in petroleum exploration geology, with a strong emphasis on basin analysis and prospect generation.
• Proven expertise in interpreting complex geological settings and understanding petroleum systems.
• Extensive hands-on experience with seismic interpretation software (e.g., Petrel, Kingdom Suite).
• Solid understanding of sequence stratigraphy, sedimentology, and structural geology.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate diverse geological and geophysical data.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in **South Africa** or similar geological provinces is highly desirable.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical aid, pension fund, and performance-based incentives. We provide excellent opportunities for professional development, training, and career advancement within a growing organization. This role is based in **Randburg, Gauteng**, a prime business district offering a dynamic work environment.

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