

Diverse employees at TGS have rated Perks And Benefits, CEO Rating, and Team as the highest categories they have scored
Women at TGS have rated Outlook, CEO Rating, and Team as the highest categories they have scored
TGS employees are -60% more likely to recommend TGS as a great place to work
| 11% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 18% | Passives |
| 71% | Detractors |
Working at TGS is rated below average by 23 employees, across various culture dimensions. TGS employees rate Perks And Benefits highest among all categories, and think that Manager and Professional Development have the most room for improvement, putting TGS’s culture in the Bottom 35% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 40% compared to other companies in Houston. See below in detail how working at TGS was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at TGS is rated C-
Last updated 11 days ago
TGS ranks in the Bottom 35% of other companies on Comparably with 501-1,000 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
Out of 35 TGS employee reviews, 63% were positive. The remaining 37% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping TGS improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 63% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 37% |
What did you like most about the interview process?The questions were clear and very easy to answer.
What makes you most happy at work?The diversity within the company is very encouraging and satisfying to work for an excellent global geophysical company.
What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?The can do attitude that is displayed from top to bottom management.
What does the leadership team need to get better at?Caring for employees and communicating vision.
Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Being paid enough to live in the area where the office is.
What do your coworkers need to improve and how could you work together better?Training on how to do basic tasks.
TGS is a geoscience data products and services company.
TGS is responsible to its customers and to the quality products and exemplary service that differentiates TGS from its competitors. Honesty, integrity, and fairness form the cornerstones of the Company’s relationships. TGS is responsible to the communities and environment in which its employees live and work. Finally, TGS is responsible to its shareholders and believes that the business must make a profit, and growth is fundamental to its success.
| Headquarter | 10451 Clay Road Houston, TX United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.tgs.com/default.aspx |
| Founding Date | 1981 |
| Tel | +1 713 860 2100 |
| Company Status | Private |
TGS competitors include Schlumberger and PGS. TGS ranks 3rd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how TGS compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.

23 employees at TGS have reviewed TGS across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was 11 days ago.
Overall, the 23 TGS employees give their leadership a grade of D+, or Bottom 25% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at TGS are generally satisfied with their total compensation at TGS, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at TGS are generally satisfied with their team. 23 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a C. The majority believe the meetings at TGS are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at TGS believe the environment at TGS is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at TGS is comfortably fast. About 80% of the employees at TGS work 8 hours or less.
Overall, the employees at TGS are not very happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.

The prevailing opinion from employees about joining TGS is that the company was somewhat prepared on their first day. TGS employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 100% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Employees’ understanding of TGS' KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 2 TGS employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 1 have said yes.
Kristian’s approval rate is in the Top 20% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Top 25% compared to the CEOs of all other companies in Houston. TGS’s CEO is highly regarded especially by Female employees, employees with Over 10 Years experience, and Caucasian employees. However, Male employees and employees in the Operations department have a less favorable view of the CEO and believe there is room for improvement. Compared to TGS’s competitors, Kristian Johansen ranks right below PGS CEO Jon Erik Reinhardsen. Under Johansen’s leadership, TGS employee respondents are most happy about their Perks And Benefits and the company’s Compensation. Manager and Professional Development are two areas, according to respondents, where TGS could stand to see real improvement.
The TGS Executive Team is rated a “C-” and led by CEO Kristian Johansen, VP Business Development John Woodward, and VP Joe Carroll
Kristian Johansen CEO / President
Kristian Johansen serves as the CEO / President of TGS.
John Woodward VP Business Development
John Woodward serves as the VP Business Development of TGS.
Joe Carroll VP
Joe Carroll serves as the VP of TGS.
Kristopher lee Chief financial Officer
Kristopher lee serves as the Chief financial Officer of TGS.
How much do people at TGS get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at TGS is $108,261, or $52 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $106,997, or $51 per hour.
At TGS, the highest paid job is a General Counsel at $215,637 annually and the lowest is an Admin Assistant at $44,102 annually. Average TGS salaries by department include: IT at $81,297, Operations at $83,915, Admin at $64,434, and Marketing at $100,304. Half of TGS salaries are above $106,997.
11 employees at TGS rank their Compensation in the Top 40% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 38 ratings) while 11 employees at TGS rank their Perks And Benefits in the Top 10% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 13 ratings).
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $65k | $65k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $86k | $86k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $107k | $107k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $157k | $157k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $207k | $207k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $257k | $257k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $261k | $261k | 100th Percentile |
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Diverse employees at TGS score the company 72/100 across various culture categories, placing TGS in the Top 35% of companies on Comparably with 501-1,000 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at TGS across various culture dimensions.
TGS' PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 20-30 days off a year. TGS' benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $2500+ cash value per month.

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In 2019, TGS applied for 2 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 100% were approved.
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Candidates By Department
All Industries | 33% | |
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Operations | 17% | |
Executive | 17% | |
Admin | 17% | |
Sales | 17% |
Candidates By Location
Houston | 17% | |
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Oklahoma City | 17% | |
Los Angeles | 17% | |
North Billerica | 17% | |
Alexandria | 17% | |
Other | 17% |
What is TGS address?
TGS location is at 10451 Clay Road
Who is the CEO of TGS?
TGS CEO is Kristian Johansen, their score by employees is 74
What is TGS eNPS?
The eNPS for TGS is -60
What is the salary for Business Analyst in TGS?
Business Analyst average salary in the US is 79k
What are the salaries in the Engineering in TGS?
The average salaries for Engineering in TGS is 129k