Exploration Geoscientist at an Undisclosed Oil Exploration and Production Company – Niger Delta

An oil exploration and production company in the Niger Delta is recruiting an Exploration Geoscientist to analyse subsurface data, evaluate exploration prospects and support field appraisal and development.

Responsibilities

• Interpret seismic, well-log, petrophysical, production and reservoir information to identify commercially promising opportunities.
• Conduct subsurface surveys, create geological maps and document technical findings.
• Integrate geological and geophysical information into reservoir models and field development planning.
• Provide specialist advice to geoscience teams on exploration, appraisal and production development.
• Prepare technical reports, risk assessments and maps using appropriate GIS or CAD tools.
• Identify and assess drilling prospects, workover candidates and other areas of reservoir upside.
• Contribute to reserves evaluation, acquisitions and development strategy.
• Update static and dynamic reservoir models to support long-term development plans.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or Geophysics with at least Second Class Upper Division; a relevant master’s degree is an advantage.
• At least ten years of hands-on seismic interpretation and petrophysical work with a multinational exploration and production company.
• Proficiency in geological evaluation, mapping, geophysical interpretation and integrated subsurface modelling.
• Strong working knowledge of Landmark, Petrel and relevant geoscience software.
• Ability to work collaboratively under pressure and deliver results.

Remuneration

Remuneration is described as attractive and above industry average.