Technical Manager - Geophysics

Welcome to PXGEO

PXGEO is an innovative marine geophysical service provider combining the strengths of ocean bottom and towed streamer seismic data acquisition techniques to deliver seamless subsurface imaging for a sustainable future.

What's the role?

We’re seeking a leader to drive excellence in geophysical support across Sales, Marketing, and Operations, ensuring our onshore and offshore geophysics teams consistently deliver best‑in‑class solutions that add value for clients and the business. This role will be based in our Dubai office with frequent travels to regional offices.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage the onshore Geophysical Support team and provide functional oversight of offshore geophysical QC teams.
• Support the Line Manager in defining and maintaining geophysical standards across company operations.
• Ensure clear communication of project requirements and seismic deliverables to offshore teams, including clarification of client expectations.
• Safeguard geophysical project quality by supporting offshore QC geophysicists with sequence optimization, parameter selection, and project-specific test and QC plans.
• Drive standardization and continuous improvement of offshore QC processes.
• Maintain expertise in state-of-the-art geophysical acquisition and an awareness of emerging acquisition and processing technologies.
• Monitor competitor technologies and methods, providing technical evaluations to the Head of Geophysics.
• Provide geophysical guidance to Node Development and Engineering teams and support validation of new technologies through studies and testing.
• Participate as a technical expert in client meetings, contributing to strong client relationships and promoting the company’s technical excellence.
• Contribute to tender evaluations, RFIs/RFQs, and survey design in collaboration with Sales & Marketing, including technical and commercial inputs.
• Support technology promotion through industry conferences, publications, and marketing initiatives.
• Manage key geophysical service suppliers.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality services in compliance with the Company Management System and EHSQ standards.
• Develop team capabilities through goal setting, performance management, training, and knowledge sharing.
• Act as the primary technical focal point for Operations regarding geophysical issues and provide solutions to minimize downtime.
• Prepare, monitor, and optimize departmental geophysical CAPEX and OPEX budgets

Who are we looking for?

• Bachelor's degree in Geophysics, Geoscience, Physics, or a related discipline
• At least 7+ years of extensive experience in geophysical operations including seismic acquisition and QC, within onshore and offshore environments.
• Exposure to marine seismic survey methods and technologies relating to all aspects of seismic surveys with a focus on geophysical method, and processing.
• In-depth knowledge of modern geophysical acquisition technologies and a solid understanding of emerging processing methods and their impact on acquisition design.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing technical teams, with functional oversight of remote and offshore personnel.
• Experience managing geophysical service providers and key technical suppliers.
• Solid understanding of EHSQ principles, compliance with management systems, and delivery of high-quality services.
• Proven capability in budget planning and cost control (CAPEX/OPEX) within a technical or operational department.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to act as the primary technical interface for Operations.