Senior Reservoir Engineer - Mining Energy Resources

Placements24; Watnall; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Annual performance bonus

Housing allowance

Retirement fund

Professional development

Annual leave

Accommodation provided

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Reservoir Engineer for a prominent resource extraction company in Kimberley, Northern Cape. You will apply advanced reservoir modeling, production data analysis, and economic evaluations to optimize underground energy resource extraction while ensuring safe and compliant operations.

You will collaborate with mining engineers, geologists, and geophysicists, mentor junior engineers, and stay abreast of the latest simulation technologies to deliver robust

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field.
• Master's degree is highly preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive reservoir engineering experience.
• Proven expertise with reservoir simulation software.
• Experience with EOR or EGR in mining energy context.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain reservoir models using advanced simulation tools.
• Analyze production data to identify optimization opportunities.
• Design reservoir management strategies and enhanced recovery plans.
• Perform decline curve analysis and economic evaluations.
• Collaborate with mining engineers, geologists, and geophysicists.
• Mentor junior reservoir engineers and geoscientists.
• Prepare technical reports and present recommendations to leadership.

Skills

Reservoir engineering

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ECLIPSE

CMG

Job description

About the Role Our client, a prominent resource extraction company with significant interests in energy minerals, is seeking an experienced Senior Reservoir Engineer to join their specialized team in Kimberley, Northern Cape . This role is pivotal in optimizing the extraction and management of underground energy resources, ensuring efficient production and maximizing resource recovery. You will apply advanced reservoir modeling techniques, production data analysis, and strategic planning to enhance operational performance and economic viability. This is a critical position within the energy sector , offering the chance to work on complex projects and contribute to the sustainable development of South Africa 's valuable mineral energy assets. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in reservoir characterization, simulation, and production optimization, with a deep understanding of mining-related energy resource extraction within the energy industry .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed reservoir models using advanced simulation software to predict reservoir behavior and production performance.
• Analyze production data, including flow rates, pressures, and recovery factors, to identify optimization opportunities.
• Design and recommend appropriate reservoir management strategies, including enhanced recovery techniques.
• Conduct decline curve analysis and economic evaluations for reservoir development projects.
• Collaborate closely with mining engineers, geologists, and geophysicists to integrate subsurface data and ensure coordinated resource development.
• Perform uncertainty and risk assessments related to reservoir performance and recovery estimates.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for senior management and operational teams.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in reservoir engineering technologies and methodologies.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior reservoir engineers and geoscientists.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental and safety regulations pertaining to resource extraction.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mining Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• A Master's degree is highly preferred.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in reservoir engineering, with specific experience in the evaluation and management of underground energy resources.
• Proven expertise in reservoir simulation software (e.g., ECLIPSE, CMG,reservoir simulation packages).
• Strong analytical skills in production data analysis, decline curve analysis, and economic evaluation.
• In-depth understanding of reservoir characterization techniques and data integration.
• Experience with enhanced oil recovery (EOR) or enhanced gas recovery (EGR) techniques, applicable to mineral energy extraction.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership abilities.
• Familiarity with the geological and mining context of the Northern Cape region is an advantage.
• Ability to interpret complex data and translate findings into actionable strategies.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package reflecting the seniority and specialized expertise required.
• Comprehensive medical aid, including hospitalization and specialist treatments.
• Annual performance bonus linked to reservoir performance and economic outcomes.
• Significant opportunities for professional development, including advanced training and industry certifications.
• Generous annual leave and paid public holidays.
• Company-provided accommodation or a substantial housing allowance in Kimberley .
• Retirement fund with generous employer contributions.
• Exposure to challenging and rewarding projects in the critical energy sector .
• A collaborative and technically focused work environment.
• Potential for career progression within a leading resource development company.