Geologist (Subsurface Exploration) at WTS Energy

WTS Energy provides recruitment and manpower services for the global oil and gas and energy industries. We supply engineers and consultants to our clients' projects and operations, and perform employment outsourcing services such as workforce management in oil and gas regions around the world. WTS Energy operates globally with offices in 14 countries and is operational in over 50 countries.

We are recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Geologist (Subsurface Exploration)

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers 

Description

• We are seeking a highly experienced and analytical Geologist to support subsurface exploration activities within an upstream oil & gas environment.
• The role will focus on geological and geophysical interpretation, exploration risk management, budget control, and integration of subsurface insights into field development planning.
• The successful candidate will play a key role in optimizing exploration outcomes, improving resource discovery efficiency, and supporting strategic decision-making across multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead geological and geophysical interpretation of exploration prospects to identify hydrocarbon potential and support drilling decisions.
• Integrate seismic, well log, core, and reservoir data to build and update robust subsurface geological models.
• Monitor and control exploration project budgets to optimize resource allocation and ensure cost-effective execution of exploration activities.
• Prepare and present detailed exploration reports to senior management and stakeholders, including findings, progress updates, risks, and recommendations.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers, production engineers, drilling teams, and finance professionals to integrate geological insights into development and production strategies.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to address geological uncertainties, exploration challenges, and operational risks.
• Evaluate drilling targets and support well planning activities to improve exploration success rates.
• Stay updated on emerging exploration technologies, software, and methodologies to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and predictive capability of geological analysis.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, environmental, and company standards in all exploration and subsurface activities.
• Contribute to field development planning by providing high-quality geological interpretation and subsurface insights.
• Conduct basin analysis and reservoir evaluation to support exploration strategy and asset development decisions.
• Participate in technical reviews and peer evaluations to ensure quality assurance in geological interpretations and models.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in subsurface oil & gas exploration or related geological roles.
• Strong knowledge of geological and geophysical exploration techniques, basin analysis, and reservoir evaluation.
• Familiarity with drilling operations, well planning, and subsurface development workflows.
• Strong leadership and project management capabilities with the ability to manage multiple exploration workstreams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in geological interpretation software and subsurface data analysis tools.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to present complex technical data clearly.
• Sound understanding of regulatory, environmental, and HSE compliance requirements in upstream operations.
• Relevant professional membership (e.g., geological or petroleum industry body) is required or highly desirable.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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