Head of Exploration

Piogcl; Karachi Division; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A reputable E&P company in Karachi is looking for an experienced Exploration Leader. Responsibilities include identifying exploration opportunities, managing teams, and maintaining stakeholder relations. The ideal candidate has over 20 years in exploration, with at least 3 years in a leadership role, and holds an M.S/B.S in Geosciences. Excellent interpersonal skills and adaptability are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in exploration roles within E&P companies.
• Proven leadership experience of 3+ years.
• Ability to adapt and engage in cultural matters.

Responsibilities

• Identify and propose exploration portfolios in line with strategic objectives.
• Manage exploration and appraisal activities for optimal value.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and joint venture partners.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Technical evaluation

Education

M.S/B.S in Geosciences

Job description

Overall Purpose of the Job

• Identify, evaluate & recommend potential exploration portfolio in line corporate strategic objectives.
• Manage exploration and appraisal activities to maximize the value of operated and non-operated acreage.

Principal Accountabilities

• Propose and implement exploration and appraisal work programs and budgets in operated licenses
• Refine, concur and implement E&A work programs and budgets in non-operated licenses.
• Identify and deliver focused and material exploration new business opportunities after thorough technical and economic review.
• Protect the interests and facilitate the success of the company.
• Manage staff to evaluate and deliver a high standard of technical work.
• Develop efficient organizational structure in the exploration department.
• Maintain and facilitate working contacts between all department.
• Maintain and implement excellent working relations with all stakeholders especially joint venture partners, government departments and contractors.

Candidate Profile

• M.S/B.S in Geosciences or related discipline
• At least 20 years of experience of Exploration in E&P Companies with 3+ years in leadership role
• Good interpersonal skills, tact, patience, ability to adapt, interest and curiosity on professional and cultural matters