Production Engineer - Offshore Operations

Placements24; Paarl; In loco; ZAR 900.000 - 1.600.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

offshore bonus

Health, dental, and retirement plans

Per diem and accommodation

Career advancement opportunities

Rotational offshore schedule

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 seeks an experienced Production Engineer for an offshore-focused role based in Paarl, Western Cape. The engineer will optimize offshore production facilities, manage artificial lift, and ensure safe, compliant operations while maximizing output and recovery rates.

The role requires collaboration with reservoir engineers, regular reporting, and hands-on participation in offshore platforms and safety reviews.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum or Chemical Engineering (or closely related field).
• Minimum of 6 years of offshore production engineering experience.
• Proven experience with artificial lift techniques and production optimization.

Mansioni

• Monitor and analyze production data to identify optimization opportunities.
• Manage artificial lift systems (ESP, gas lift, rod pumps) for optimal well performance.
• Troubleshoot production equipment, flow issues, and process upsets.

Conoscenze

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Offshore operations

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum or Chemical Engineering

Strumenti

Simulation software

Production data analysis tools

Artificial lift knowledge

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the offshore Oil & Gas sector, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Production Engineer to join their operational team. This role is critical for optimizing the performance of offshore production facilities and ensuring efficient, safe, and environmentally sound extraction of hydrocarbons. You will be responsible for managing production operations, troubleshooting equipment issues, and implementing strategies to maximize output and recovery rates. The position is based in Paarl, Western Cape, ZA , with significant time spent on offshore platforms. We are looking for a proactive engineer with a strong understanding of production systems, artificial lift, and process optimization in a demanding offshore environment. Your expertise will be vital in maintaining operational integrity and achieving production targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze production data from wells and facilities to identify opportunities for optimization.
• Manage artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, gas lift, rod pumps) to ensure efficient well performance.
• Troubleshoot production-related issues, including equipment malfunctions, flow assurance problems, and process upsets.
• Develop and implement production enhancement strategies, such as workovers and recompletions.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers to forecast production and optimize field development plans.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations related to production operations.
• Prepare regular production reports, performance analyses, and recommendations for management.
• Oversee the maintenance and integrity of production equipment, working closely with operations and maintenance teams.
• Participate in process safety reviews and management of change procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in production engineering within the Oil & Gas industry, with a focus on offshore operations.
• Proven experience with various artificial lift techniques and production optimization methods.
• Strong understanding of production facilities, process equipment, and flow assurance.
• Familiarity with production data analysis and simulation software.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations applicable to offshore operations.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to work on offshore platforms as required by the role.
• Experience working in the South African offshore sector is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and offshore bonus.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Paid time off and rotation schedule designed for offshore work.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Per diem and accommodation provided during offshore assignments.
• Exposure to complex offshore production challenges.
• A dynamic and safety-conscious work environment.