Senior Exploration Geologists

About this role

Heritage Energy Operational Services Limited seeks a Senior Exploration Geologist to support the OML 30 exploration and appraisal portfolio, with a focus on Niger Delta geology and deeper prospect evaluation. The role requires strong seismic interpretation, depositional modelling, and play, lead and prospect generation, working within the Subsurface/Technical department in Niger. The successful candidate will contribute to replenishing the exploration funnel, selecting drilling locations, and supporting well operations and regulatory compliance. The position targets individuals with extensive exploration and development experience in oil and gas, particularly in Tertiary delta geology, who can work effectively in a multidisciplinary, international team. The employer operates the OML 30 asset in the Niger Delta as part of a joint venture with NNPC EXPL and Shoreline Natural Resources."

What you would do

• Perform detailed seismic interpretation of 3D data and generate new plays
• Lead prospect identification and evaluate horizons and depositional models
• Support exploration well proposal, drilling operation support, data acquisition and interpretation
• Rejuvenate the exploration portfolio through Play/Lead/Prospect assessments
• Contribute to reserves evaluation, ARPR updates and regulatory compliance
• Study NFE areas and PPLs in OML 30 and identify new economic opportunities
• Develop comprehensive geological models for reservoir risk assessment and pore pressure prediction
• Provide operational support during well operations and interface with stakeholders
• Ensure technical work meets industry standards and exploration maturation process
• Participate in post-well evaluation (AAR and EoWR) and learning processes

What they are asking for

• Geologist with proven exploration and development experience
• Experience in acreage assessment and prospect evaluation preferred
• Understanding of Tertiary delta geology expected
• 10–12 years in the oil industry
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Deepwater appraisal and development geology experience an advantage
• Experience interfacing with Petroleum Engineering and Front-End Engineering helpful
• Graduate in Earth Sciences
• Strong technical subsurface expertise and proven oil and gas exploration track record
• Excellent English communication and ability to work in multidisciplinary, multi-national teams

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