Wellsite Geologist

ZipRecruiter; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Calgary is seeking contract Wellsite Geologists to support clients in the WCSB. This role requires expertise in onshore drilling environments and offers industry-leading rates with steady rotations on long-term projects.

Qualifications

• Experience drilling horizontal wells in Mannville Group heavy oil formations is an asset.
• Proficiency in using StarSteer for some projects.

Responsibilities

• Exceptional sample petrography and interpretation skills related to wellbore placement.
• Understanding of formation evaluation, drilling, and petrophysical data.

Skills

Petrography

Geosteering

Formation Evaluation

Drilling

Petrophysical Data

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Geology

Tools

StarSteer

Job description

Job Description

RPS Energy Canada Ltd. (RPS), a Tetra Tech company, provides independent expertise worldwide, delivering advice based on science and supporting our client’s projects at all stages of an asset life cycle. We specialize in geotechnical and engineering solutions for projects delivered in remote, sensitive, and operationally challenging environments. We work with clients to manage environmental impacts, optimize their return on investment, develop their staff, and bring energy to market cost-effectively and safely. RPS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tetra Tech, Inc. (TTEK). TTEK is a public company listed on the NASDAQ Stock Exchange.

RPS has been based in Houston and Calgary for more than 40 years. Our activities in North America include wellsite & operations geology; petroleum engineering; seismic project management & data processing, oversight and interpretation; environmental monitoring, environmental impact assessments; protected species observation, passive acoustic monitoring, and industry training. Internationally, RPS provides advice on the development of natural resources, land and property, management of the environment, and the health and safety of people, including advice to professional bodies, NOCs, and international aid agencies.

Description:

Our Calgary-based management team is looking for contract Wellsite Geologists (Canada) to support its growing client base operating in the WCSB. This role requires expertise in onshore drilling environments.

Key Responsibilities and Requirements:

1. Exceptional sample petrography and interpretation skills related to wellbore placement (geosteering) in reservoir to achieve client objectives.
2. Understanding of formation evaluation, drilling, and petrophysical data.
3. Experience drilling horizontal wells in Mannville Group heavy oil formations (Clearwater, McMurray, Sparky, Lloydminster, etc.), Deep Basin, and Southern Alberta (Brooks area) will be considered an asset.
4. Proficiency in using StarSteer for some projects.
5. Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Geology.

RPS offers industry-leading rates and steady rotations on long-term projects with guaranteed payment within 14 days of invoice. Wellsight Systems software keys are provided for all projects.

This is a contract and day-rate position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

Please email your resume and an updated well list (including area and zone of interest) to [e-mail].

Working at RPS:

RPS is a dedicated team of talented scientific and technical individuals working together to provide our clients with cutting-edge solutions to meet their evolving needs. As a recognized industry leader, our clients seek our guidance, and we provide a service that ensures their success. We do this in an exciting and collaborative environment that combines scientific knowledge and technical expertise to provide unique solutions. Our global footprint enables us to work with a variety of government and private clients through diverse projects.

Our Commitment:

We are committed to embedding diversity and inclusion principles in all our people processes to utilize talent globally without unnecessary barriers. We aim to be as diverse as the communities and clients we serve, securing, developing, and retaining the best talent for our future.

Our Values and Behaviors:

Our team lives our purpose, delivers our promise, and demonstrates our behaviors daily. Developed by our people, these behaviors underpin everything we do. They create memorable experiences and make RPS a great place to work. 'Stronger Together' is one of our five core behaviors, emphasizing an inclusive workplace where everyone’s potential is recognized and valued. We believe in respecting, acknowledging, and recognizing contributions, fostering growth, and sharing success.