Production Engineer - Oil & Gas Facilities

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Continuous learning

Flexible working arrangements in Centu

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion is seeking a dedicated Production Engineer to manage and optimize oil and gas production facilities from the Centurion base. You will focus on safe, efficient operation, maximize hydrocarbon recovery, and minimize costs while troubleshooting issues and adopting new technologies.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years in production engineering within the Oil & Gas sector, strong knowledge of ESPs and gas lift, and proven ability to analyze data and collaborate with

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Petroleum or Chemical Eng or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in production engineering or oil & gas operations.
• Strong knowledge of production processes and artificial lift methods.
• Experience with production optimization software and data analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze production data to identify performance trends.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize production rates and recovery.
• Troubleshoot artificial lift systems and processing equipment.
• Conduct field visits to oversee operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Prepare production forecasts, reports, and economic evaluations.

Skills

Production engineering

Artificial lift systems

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Education

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

Tools

Optimization software

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and results-oriented Production Engineer to manage and optimize oil and gas production facilities from their base in Centurion . This role focuses on ensuring the safe, efficient, and environmentally sound operation of production assets, maximizing hydrocarbon recovery, and minimizing operational costs. You will be instrumental in troubleshooting production issues, implementing new technologies, and collaborating with operations and maintenance teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of production operations, artificial lift systems, and process engineering within the Oil & Gas sector , contributing to sustained operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze production data from wells and facilities to identify performance trends and issues.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize production rates and recovery factors.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational problems related to artificial lift systems, separation, and processing equipment.
• Conduct field visits to production sites to oversee operations and support field personnel.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Prepare production forecasts, reports, and economic evaluations for proposed production enhancement projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in production engineering or operations within the Oil & Gas industry .
• Strong knowledge of production processes, equipment, and artificial lift methods (e.g., ESPs, gas lift).
• Experience with production optimization software and data analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
• Flexible working arrangements available to support work-life balance in Centurion .
• Access to cutting-edge technology and industry best practices.