Lead Reservoir Characterization Specialist

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 101,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, ZA seeks a senior Lead Reservoir Characterization Specialist to steer cross-disciplinary subsurface modeling. You will integrate geological, geophysical, and petrophysical data to build robust static models for reservoir understanding and field development planning.

The role requires 10+ years in reservoir characterization with leadership experience, proficiency in Petrel, Roxar RMS, GeoSec, and a track record of guiding technical initiatives in a multidisciplinary

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in geology, geophysics, petroleum engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years in reservoir characterization and static modeling in oil and gas.
• Proven ability to integrate diverse subsurface datasets.
• Experience with 3D visualization and uncertainty analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration of geological, geophysical, and petrophysical data for static models.
• Develop advanced reservoir characterization methods including core analysis and seismic attributes.
• Oversee geological frameworks, property modeling, and uncertainty assessment.
• Collaborate with reservoir simulation engineers for model quality for dynamic sims.
• Mentor a team of geologists and petrophysicists.
• Prepare reports and presentations on reservoir studies.
• Ensure adherence to company standards in reservoir modeling.
• Contribute to field development planning and production optimization.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Master's or PhD in Geology/Geophysics/Petroleum Eng

Tools

Petrel

Roxar RMS

GeoSec

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant player in the energy sector, is seeking a highly experienced Lead Reservoir Characterization Specialist to join their team in Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA . This role is crucial for developing a comprehensive understanding of subsurface reservoirs, integrating geological, geophysical, and petrophysical data to build accurate static models. You will lead a team of specialists, guide the characterization process, and ensure that the models effectively support reservoir simulation and field development planning. The ideal candidate will possess a deep expertise in integrating multi-disciplinary subsurface data and a proven ability to lead technical initiatives. This is an exceptional opportunity to influence field development strategies and contribute to optimizing resource recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the integration of geological, geophysical, and petrophysical data to build detailed static reservoir models.
• Develop and apply advanced methodologies for reservoir characterization, including core analysis, log interpretation, and seismic attribute analysis.
• Oversee the generation of geological frameworks, property modeling (porosity, permeability, saturation), and uncertainty assessment.
• Collaborate closely with reservoir simulation engineers to ensure model quality and suitability for dynamic simulation.
• Guide the planning and execution of data acquisition programs (e.g., coring, logging).
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to a team of geologists and petrophysicists.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations on reservoir characterization studies.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and best practices in reservoir modeling.
• Contribute to field development planning and production optimization strategies.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Geology, Geophysics, Petroleum Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in reservoir characterization and static modeling within the oil and gas industry.
• Proven expertise in integrating diverse subsurface datasets.
• Proficiency in industry-standard geological modeling software (e.g., Petrel, Roxar RMS, GeoSec).
• Strong understanding of petrophysics, sedimentology, stratigraphy, and structural geology.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Experience with 3D visualization and uncertainty analysis techniques.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, along with excellent opportunities for professional development and career advancement. You will work in a collaborative team environment in Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA , contributing to vital projects within the energy sector. This hybrid role provides a flexible working arrangement.