petroleum geologist

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Master's degree

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Conduct analytical studies of core samples, drill cuttings and rock samples to identify their composition
• Conduct remote sensing research and development
• Conduct seismic surveys
• Organize geological, geochemical and geophysical field studies, drilling and geological testing programs
• Organize seismic, electromagnetic, magnetic, gravimetric, radiometric, radar and other remote sensing programs
• Develop models and applied software for the analysis and interpretation of data
• Identify and advise on anticipated natural risks
• Plan, direct and participate in analyses of geological, geochemical and geophysical survey data, well logs and other test results, maps, notes and cross sections
• Plan, direct and participate in geological, geochemical and geophysical field studies, drilling and geological testing programs
• Recommend the acquisition of lands, exploration and mapping programs and mine development
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Experience and specialization

Type of resources

• Convential crude, petroleum and natural gas
• Oil sands and heavy oil