Upstream Specialist Structural Geologist
We are seeking a Specialist Structural Geologist for work in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Responsibilities of the Specialist Structural Geologist:
- Mentoring, coaching and developing our client’s exploration staff through hands-on and support work in 3D seismic interpretation for every structural task.
- Coordinate and conduct structure studies.
- Review and integrate the results of previous structural studies and identify gaps or additional work that is required.
- Assist and advise in defining, understanding and interpreting the fault basement geometry and dynamics within the limitations of the seismic at depth.
- Demonstrate structural style, deformation history, timing of fault generation and reactivation.
- Plan, supervise and coordinate all activities in the assigned area to meet functional objectives.
- Assist and advice in the interpretation of fault plane 3D geometrics and their interplay with each stratigraphic horizon.
- Mentor, train, and develop assigned staff in relevant skills to enable them to become proficient on the job and deliver the respective business objectives.
- Preparation of fit-for-purpose technical reports to the highest standard.
- Assist in interpretation and mapping, including assessment of timing of halkinesis and implications.
- Full documentation of the work undertaken will be completed.
- Provide input to progress reports for management.
- Assist and advice in creating fault maps for Abu Dhabi at selected intervals from Basement to Neogene.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Geology, with M.Sc. in Structural Geology (PhD desirable, but not essential).
- 20+ years of extensive experience in the application of structural geology, preferably including salt tectonics to hydrocarbon exploration.
- Preference for experience in Abu Dhabi, or the broader Middle East Region, with in-depth knowledge of the major Arabian Plate tectonic phases.
Additional Information:
- All work will be conducted in the Head Office in Abu Dhabi working closely with and as part of the project team.
- Individual will be expected to follow a standard 5-day working week (Monday-Friday; 07:00 – 15:00 flexible), with a minimum of 8-hours per day scheduled.
Benefit of Working with Visuna:
- A dedicated member of the team responsible for your placements and welfare.
- Some of the best day rates in the industry.
- FREE worldwide insurance and Medevac cover whilst on a placement.
- 24/7 access to our specialist support team.
- Assistance and advice on a range of business topics.
- FREE access to our competency scheme.
- Increased opportunity to potential clients and more placement opportunities.