Remote Lead Well Integrity Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is sourcing a Lead Well Integrity Engineer for a prominent Oil & Gas client. This fully remote role supports Wells lifecycle safety, reliability, and environmental compliance from anywhere in South Africa.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in well integrity, strong WIMS experience, and leadership abilities to guide cross-functional teams in a remote setup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 10 years in well integrity engineering or related Oil & Gas roles.
• Experience developing and implementing WIMS and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage well integrity management systems (WIMS).
• Perform risk assessments and identify failure mechanisms.
• Oversee testing and inspection programs for wells.
• Ensure regulatory and company policy compliance.
• Provide guidance to field ops and engineering teams remotely.
• Review reports and recommend corrective actions.
• Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge with the team.
• Collaborate with departments (ops, drilling, HSE) remotely.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Risk assessment

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

WIMS

Risk assessment tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent leader in the Oil & Gas industry , is seeking an accomplished Lead Well Integrity Engineer to join their team in a fully remote capacity. This critical role focuses on ensuring the long-term safety, reliability, and environmental compliance of wells throughout their lifecycle. The successful candidate will possess extensive expertise in well integrity management systems, risk assessment, and the application of advanced monitoring technologies. This is an exceptional opportunity to leverage your specialized skills and contribute to the integrity of vital energy infrastructure from anywhere within South Africa, enjoying the benefits of remote work. We are looking for a seasoned engineer who can provide strategic leadership, develop robust integrity programs, and ensure operational excellence for our client’s assets, all from a remote location. Your contribution will be crucial in maintaining the highest safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive well integrity management systems (WIMS).
• Conduct risk assessments and integrity evaluations for wells, identifying potential failure mechanisms.
• Define and oversee well integrity testing and inspection programs.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Provide technical guidance and support to field operations and engineering teams regarding well integrity issues.
• Review and approve well integrity reports and recommend corrective actions.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and best practices in well integrity engineering.
• Collaborate remotely with various departments, including operations, drilling, and HSE.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in well integrity engineering or related disciplines within the Oil & Gas sector .
• Proven experience in developing and implementing WIMS.
• Strong understanding of well construction, completion, and intervention processes.
• Expertise in risk assessment methodologies and failure analysis.
• Familiarity with relevant international codes and standards (e.g., API, ISO).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration capabilities for a remote work environment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in South Africa and comfortable working in a fully remote capacity, potentially supporting operations near Randburg .

Benefits

• highly competitive salary
• comprehensive medical aid
• retirement fund benefits
• abundant opportunities for professional development and career progression

This fully remote role allows for significant flexibility while ensuring impactful contributions to a leading Oil & Gas company. Join our dedicated team and play a key role in ensuring the safety and integrity of our energy infrastructure.