Wellsite Geologist x 2

Mentor IMC Group; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable oil and gas operator is seeking a Wellsite Geologist for a 6-month contract. The role involves identifying formations, advising on drilling hazards, and preparing geological reports. Candidates should have an MSC in Geology, experience in logging and describing cores, and be fluent in both French and English. This position requires strong analytical and communication skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Graduate in a relevant technical discipline, ideally with an MSC in Geology.
• Experience as a mud logger or logging Geologist.
• Strong background as a Wellsite Geologist.
• Proven experience in describing cores and cuttings.
• Good team worker and excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify formations and rock types encountered during drilling.
• Advise on casing points and potential hazards.
• Communicate findings to drilling personnel and stakeholders.
• Prepare daily geological reports.
• Supervise the collection of core and cutting samples.

Skills

Wellsite Geology

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

IT competence

Fluency in French and English

Education

MSC in Geology or Geosciences

Tools

Specialised geological software

Job description

Overview

WELLSITE GEOLOGIST is required by our client, an oil and gas operator, to be assigned on a contract basis, located in Congo.

DURATION 6-months (ongoing)

Principal Responsibilities

• Identify formations and rock types encountered during drilling (especially formation tops and potential reservoir zones).
• Analyse rock cuttings and gas data.
• Advise on casing points, coring points, and potential hazards.
• Monitor downhole mud losses and drilling parameters.
• Interpret wireline logs and other data acquired during drilling.
• Supervise and quality control specialist geological wireline and LWD services.
• Ensure proper communication between mud logging personnel and drilling crews.
• Communicate findings to drilling personnel, the operations geologist and key stakeholders
• Advise on drilling hazards, optimisation, and where to continue or suspend drilling based on geological findings.
• Prepare daily geological reports and maintain an updated composite master log integrating all geological, geophysical and drilling data.
• Participate in the preparation of end-of-well reports.
• Supervise the collection, conditioning, labelling and transportation of core and cutting samples.
• Ensure adherence to safety procedures, quality control of equipment and services and proper documentation.
• Contribute to the development of safety culture and procedures.
• Other duties as required.

Experience / Qualifications

• Graduate in a relevant technical discipline, ideally with an MSC (or equivalent) in Geology, Geosciences or a related discipline.
• Experience as a mud logger or logging Geologist.
• Strong background as a Wellsite Geologist.
• Previous exposure to Africa (and Republic of Congo specifically) preferred.
• Proven experience in describing cores and cuttings as well as interpreting LWD/MWD and wire logs.
• Able to work quickly and effectively without supervision, and as well working within a team of multidisciplinary professionals.
• Hold up-to-date certificates in Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET), Minimum Industry Safety Training (MIST), and an Offshore Medical Certificate
• Good team worker and excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Skilled at determining priorities, working under pressure to deliver quality work within agreed time frames.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to evaluate complex information and make decision at any hour, day or night
• Strong mathematical and scientific analytical skills.
• High competence in IT, with the ability to use standard office programmes and specialised software.
• Fluent in technical French and English.