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Senior Reservoir Geophysicist

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Total Energies
14 days ago
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Context & Environment

  • TotalEnergies operates Mozambique's Area 1 block, a strategic asset with ~65 Tscf of recoverable gas feeding multi-phase LNG developments.
  • The role is embedded in a highly collaborative environment with drilling, engineering, subsurface, and business teams.
  • Exceptional seismic and well data quality, offering a unique opportunity for high-impact geophysical work.

Activities

Geophysical Interpretation & Reservoir Integration
  • Lead full-cycle interpretation and integration of geophysical data across Area 1 fields
  • Perform advanced seismic interpretation, well calibration, seismic reservoir characterization, and velocity model building and updates.
  • Contribute to integrated subsurface studies by combining geophysical insights with geological, petrophysical, and reservoir engineering data to enhance static and dynamic models.
Field Development & Uncertainty Management
  • Identify, quantify, and rank subsurface uncertainties in a greenfield development context.
  • Recommend and oversee geophysical studies (reprocessing, inversion, AVO) to optimize field development and reduce risk.
Operational Support & Drilling
  • Support well planning and provide geophysical input during drilling operations.
  • Integrate real-time and post-well results to refine reservoir understanding.
  • Collaborate closely with drilling engineers and subsurface teams to ensure safe, optimal well placement.
Technical Leadership & Mentoring
  • Serve as the geophysical focal point, ensuring quality and consistency across internal and contractor studies.
  • Mentor and coach junior geoscientists, fostering strong technical development and best practices.

Candidate Profile

Education
  • Master's Degree or equivalent in Geosciences or Geophysics.
Experience
  • 10+ years in reservoir geophysics with strong experience in integrated subsurface studies.
  • Experience with deep-offshore turbidite systems and exposure to drilling operations is highly valued.
  • Proven track record working across geophysics, geology, petrophysics, and reservoir engineering.
Key Competencies
  • Strong multidisciplinary integration and ability to synthesize complex technical datasets.
  • Clear communicator with a talent for mentoring and knowledge sharing.
  • Self-driven, well-organized, collaborative, and comfortable in fast-paced development and operational environments.
  • Fluency in portuguese and English required.

Additional Information

TotalEnergies values diversity, promotes individual growth and offers equal opportunity careers.

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JOB SUMMARY
Senior Reservoir Geophysicist
Total Energies
Inhaminga
14 days ago
N/A
Full-time

Job post no longer accepts applications
Senior Reservoir Geophysicist

Job post no longer accepts applications