Production Engineer - Offshore Operations

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

offshore bonus

health, dental, and retirement benefi

Rotation schedule with offshore work

Per diem during offshore assignments

Job summary

Placements24, on behalf of a prominent offshore Oil & Gas operator, seeks a Production Engineer to optimize offshore facilities, ensuring safe, efficient extraction of hydrocarbons. You will manage operations, troubleshoot equipment issues, and implement strategies to maximize output, with the role based in Paarl and significant offshore time.

The successful candidate will monitor production data, manage artificial lift (ESPs, gas lift, rod pumps), and collaborate with reservoir engineers to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in production engineering within offshore Oil & Gas operations.
• Experience with artificial lift and production optimization methods.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations applicable to offshore operations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze production data from wells and facilities to identify optimization opportunities.
• Manage artificial lift systems (ESPs, gas lift, rod pumps) to ensure efficient well performance.
• Troubleshoot production-related issues including equipment malfunctions 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 health, safety, and environmental regulations in production operations.
• Prepare regular production reports and recommendations for management.
• Oversee maintenance and integrity of production equipment with operations and maintenance teams.
• Participate in process safety reviews and management of change procedures.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field

Job description

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.