Well Intervention Engineer

Placements24; Windsor Park (TN); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Well Intervention Engineer for our client in the East London, Eastern Cape region. You will plan, execute and supervise well intervention workovers, completions and production optimization tasks, applying best practices and advanced technologies.

This hybrid role combines field and office duties within the upstream Oil & Gas sector in South Africa. You will collaborate with reservoir and production engineers to improve well performance and maintain safety and cost

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in well intervention, workovers and completions.
• Strong understanding of wellbore mechanics and downhole tools.
• Experience with artificial lift systems and optimization techniques.
• Proficiency in developing well intervention programs and conducting risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Plan and design well intervention programs, including workover procedures and artificial lift installations.
• Prepare detailed job programs, risk assessments, and contingency plans.
• Supervise and coordinate well intervention operations on-site or remotely.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations and company policies.
• Manage equipment, materials and personnel required for intervention operations.
• Monitor well performance and troubleshoot issues during operations.
• Conduct post-job analysis and prepare technical reports with results and lessons learned.
• Collaborate with reservoir and production engineers and other stakeholders.

Skills

5+ years experience in well interven

Wellbore mechanics

Artificial lift systems

Risk assessments

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

Slickline

Wireline

Coiled tubing

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a specialized service provider within the Oil & Gas industry, is seeking an experienced Well Intervention Engineer to join their team, operating primarily out of East London, Eastern Cape. This role focuses on planning, executing, and supervising well intervention operations, including workovers, completions, and production optimization tasks. The engineer will ensure these operations are conducted safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively, utilizing best practices and advanced technologies. This is a hands-on role offering significant technical challenges and opportunities for professional growth within the upstream Oil & Gas sector in South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and design well intervention programs, including workover procedures and artificial lift installations.


• Prepare detailed job programs, risk assessments, and contingency plans.


• Supervise and coordinate well intervention operations on-site or remotely.


• Ensure adherence to safety regulations, company policies, and industry best practices.


• Manage equipment, materials, and personnel required for intervention operations.


• Monitor well performance and troubleshoot issues encountered during operations.


• Conduct post-job analysis and prepare technical reports documenting results and lessons learned.


• Collaborate with reservoir engineers, production engineers, and other stakeholders.


• Optimize well performance through effective intervention strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related engineering discipline.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in well intervention, workovers, and completions.


• Strong understanding of wellbore mechanics, downhole tools, and artificial lift systems.


• Proficiency in developing well intervention programs and performing risk assessments.


• Experience with various intervention techniques (e.g., slickline, wireline, coiled tubing).


• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and supervisory skills.


• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.


• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, combining field and office duties.


• Based in or willing to work frequently from East London, Eastern Cape.


• Knowledge of Oil & Gas field operations is essential.

Benefits

• This contractor role offers a competitive daily or project-based rate.


• Our client provides opportunities for continuous professional development and exposure to diverse well intervention challenges.


• The role offers flexibility in a hybrid working environment, supporting operations in the Eastern Cape region and contributing to the Oil & Gas sector in South Africa.