Production Operations Engineer - Offshore Focus

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting in recruiting a Production Operations Engineer for a leading upstream energy company in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. The role focuses on monitoring production, diagnosing issues, and implementing optimization strategies to maximize hydrocarbon recovery while maintaining asset integrity.

The ideal candidate will hold a related engineering degree, have at least 6 years in oil and gas production operations, and possess strong HSE knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or closely related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in oil and gas production operations.
• Experience in production optimization, artificial lift systems, and well performance analysis.
• Familiarity with production facility operations and equipment.
• Strong understanding of HSE principles within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with diverse groups.
• Experience working in or supporting operations in the Eastern Cape region is a plus.
• Role requires a hybrid work schedule with regular on-site presence in Port Elizabeth.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily production performance, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions to optimize output.
• Analyze well and facility performance data to diagnose issues and recommend solutions.
• Develop and implement production enhancement strategies, including artificial lift optimization and gas lift system management.
• Ensure the integrity and reliability of production equipment and facilities.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers on production forecasting and development planning.
• Support the planning and execution of maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and operational regulations.
• Prepare technical reports, production summaries, and performance analyses.
• Participate in safety reviews, hazard identification, and risk assessment processes.
• Provide technical support to field operations personnel.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading upstream energy company, is seeking a dedicated Production Operations Engineer to join their team in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape . This role is crucial for optimizing the performance and efficiency of oil and gas production facilities. The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring production rates, troubleshooting operational issues, and implementing strategies to enhance hydrocarbon recovery. This position requires a strong technical foundation in production engineering principles and a proactive approach to problem-solving. You will work closely with field operations and reservoir teams to ensure seamless production and asset integrity. The role is based at our operational hub in Port Elizabeth and offers a hybrid work arrangement, blending on-site operational support with remote analysis and planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor daily production performance, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions to optimize output.
• Analyze well and facility performance data to diagnose issues and recommend solutions.
• Develop and implement production enhancement strategies, including artificial lift optimization and gas lift system management.
• Ensure the integrity and reliability of production equipment and facilities.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers on production forecasting and development planning.
• Support the planning and execution of maintenance activities to minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and operational regulations.
• Prepare technical reports, production summaries, and performance analyses.
• Participate in safety reviews, hazard identification, and risk assessment processes.
• Provide technical support to field operations personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in oil and gas production operations.
• Proven experience in production optimization, artificial lift systems, and well performance analysis.
• Familiarity with production facility operations and equipment.
• Strong understanding of HSE principles within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with diverse groups.
• Experience working in or supporting operations in the Eastern Cape region is a plus.
• This role requires a hybrid work schedule, with regular on-site presence required in Port Elizabeth.
• Must be eligible to work in South Africa.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• This role provides significant opportunities for professional growth and development within the upstream sector.
• The hybrid work arrangement allows for a flexible work-life balance.
• Join a dedicated team in Port Elizabeth , contributing to vital operations in the Oil & Gas industry and playing a key role in maximizing production efficiency.