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Senior Petroleum Exploration Geologist
Posted 7 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Petroleum Exploration Geologist to join our distinguished, fully remote exploration team. This critical role involves leveraging advanced geological knowledge and state-of-the-art technologies to identify and evaluate potential oil and gas reserves. You will be responsible for analyzing geological data, including seismic, well logs, and core samples, to delineate promising exploration targets. This is a remote-first position, requiring exceptional analytical skills, a deep understanding of petroleum systems, and the ability to collaborate effectively with geoscientists and engineers across different time zones. Your expertise will be vital in interpreting complex geological formations, assessing reservoir potential, and contributing to the strategic direction of exploration efforts. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree or Ph.D. in Geology or a related field, with a minimum of 10 years of experience in petroleum exploration, including extensive work with geological modeling software (e.g., Petrel, Kingdom Suite). Proven success in prospect generation and evaluation is essential. You will lead the integration of diverse geological datasets, provide technical guidance to junior geologists, and contribute to risk assessment and resource estimation. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are crucial for presenting findings to management and partners. The ability to work independently, manage complex projects, and thrive in a dynamic, remote environment is paramount. We are looking for a visionary geologist who can identify unconventional play concepts and contribute innovative strategies to our exploration portfolio. This is a unique opportunity to drive significant discoveries and shape the future of our upstream operations, all from a remote location. Our client is committed to fostering a flexible and collaborative work environment, empowering our team members to achieve professional excellence. The successful candidate will be a recognized expert in petroleum geology, capable of leading high-impact exploration initiatives and maximizing the company's resource potential. Your strategic insights will be key to unlocking new frontiers in the oil and gas industry.
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Senior Petroleum Exploration Geologist
Posted 22 days ago
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Our client is actively seeking an accomplished Senior Petroleum Exploration Geologist to join their remote exploration team. This position is crucial for identifying and evaluating potential oil and gas reserves through in-depth geological analysis and data interpretation. The successful candidate will leverage advanced geological modeling software and techniques to assess subsurface prospects, predict reservoir characteristics, and contribute significantly to strategic exploration decisions. You will be responsible for integrating seismic, well log, and core data to build comprehensive geological models and interpret basin evolution. This role demands a thorough understanding of sedimentology, stratigraphy, structural geology, and geochemistry relevant to hydrocarbon systems. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and effectively communicate complex geological concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders within a distributed team. A strong commitment to data integrity and a meticulous approach to analysis are essential. You will also play a vital role in prospect risk assessment, resource estimation, and contributing to the overall exploration strategy. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned geologist to contribute to critical exploration efforts from a remote setting. The position requires a high degree of autonomy and the ability to collaborate effectively across geographical boundaries. Responsibilities include:
Qualifications:
This is a fully remote position, based out of Embu, Embu, KE , offering the flexibility to work from home.
- Analyzing geological data to identify and evaluate hydrocarbon prospects.
- Developing and interpreting detailed subsurface geological models.
- Integrating diverse geological datasets (seismic, well logs, core data).
- Assessing the geological risk and potential of exploration targets.
- Collaborating with geophysicists and reservoir engineers on integrated studies.
- Preparing technical reports and presentations for management and partners.
- Staying current with exploration technologies and methodologies.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree or Ph.D. in Geology or a related earth science field.
- 10+ years of experience in petroleum exploration geology.
- Expertise in basin analysis, seismic interpretation, and well log analysis.
- Proven experience with geological modeling software (e.g., Petrel, Roxar RMS).
- Strong understanding of petroleum systems and reservoir characterization.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a remote work environment and manage projects autonomously.
This is a fully remote position, based out of Embu, Embu, KE , offering the flexibility to work from home.
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