Senior Geologist

Ad Terra, a Malaysia based geoscience & engineering consulting consulting firm, is actively looking for a Senior Geologist who will be responsible for conducting geological surveys, collecting samples, and performing analysis of rock formations to identify new oil and gas deposits and drilling feasibility for client projects. S/he helps develop knowledge and methods in the field of geology through the monitoring of new trends, the publication and review of scientific articles.

Start Date : Q1 2026

Key responsibilities

Data acquisition

• Design data acquisition plans


• Define suitable seismic measurements methods


• Adapt data collection methods

Data processing

• Process seismic data, well information, logs


• Define suitable seismic measurements and data-processing methods


• Load, gather, transfer, and organize seismic data


• Conduct quality control of data


• Populate and maintain databases

Data interpretation

• Conduct geological interpretations


• Build, map, and test geological models


• Make structural interpretation and mapping


• Run forecasts and estimate fuel amount


• Interpret and implement drilling strategies for extraction


• Resolve interpretation issues

Projects

• Complete tasks in areas of expertise


• Document progress, setbacks, and new processes


• Establish clear and relevant timesheets

Reporting

• Generate and write reports, create maps, tables, figures, and summaries


• Review documents, studies, models, and reports prepared by peers


• Report results to managers, clients, partners, etc.

Qualifications and skills

• University degree (MSc or PhD) in Geology, Geophysics, or a related field


• Experience as a Geoscientist (min. 8 years)


• In-depth knowledge of geological principles and practices, namely sequence stratigraphy and application to facies prediction


• Proficient with geological programs such as Petrel, Geolog, Techlog, etc.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite


• Experience with velocity modelling


• Insight into Rock physics, AVO, Inversion processes


• Good understanding of the oil and gas industry


• Excellent communication and presentation skills


• Strong numerical and literacy skills


• Systematic and methodical approach


• Able to work efficiently under pressure


• Rigor and organization


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite


• Fluent in English (excellent verbal and written proficiency)

Thank you for considering joining our team. We look forward to reviewing your application!