Production Operations Engineer

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive salary

Bonuses and profit sharing

Professional development

Retirement savings plan

Life insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Production Operations Engineer for our client in Centurion, Gauteng. You will optimize hydrocarbon production rates, troubleshoot operations, and drive safe, compliant plant performance in a dynamic oil and gas setting.

With a minimum of six years in production operations and a degree in Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering, you will guide field teams, apply best practices, and coordinate with maintenance and management to sustain efficient facilities and operational

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• 6+ years in production operations within Oil & Gas
• Experience with production optimization and artificial lift (ESP, gas lift)
• Strong understanding of process safety management and environmental regulations
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Effective communication and teamwork with diverse teams

Responsibilities

• Monitor production facility performance and implement corrective actions
• Optimize production through artificial lift systems and well interventions
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental and regulatory requirements
• Analyze production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to implement preventative/corrective maintenance
• Provide technical support and guidance to field operations personnel

Skills

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Petroleum Engineering degree

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

Artificial lift systems (ESPs)

Gas lift equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Production Operations Engineer to support their expanding operations in Centurion . This role is fundamental to maximizing hydrocarbon production rates and ensuring the efficient, safe, and environmentally sound operation of production facilities. You will be instrumental in troubleshooting operational issues, implementing best practices, and collaborating with field personnel and management. This is a key position within the Oil & Gas industry , offering the chance to apply your expertise to critical production challenges and contribute to sustained operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor production facility performance, identify potential issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Optimize production through effective management of artificial lift systems and well interventions.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and potential risks.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to develop and execute preventative and corrective maintenance programs.
• Provide technical support and guidance to field operations personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 6 years of experience in production operations within the Oil & Gas sector .
• Proficiency in production optimization techniques and artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, gas lift).
• Strong understanding of process safety management (PSM) and environmental regulations.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work with diverse teams.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Performance bonuses and profit-sharing opportunities.
• Access to advanced training and professional development programs.
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance.
• A dynamic work environment with opportunities for career growth.