Remote Production Operations Analyst

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Production Operations Analyst to optimize production performance across upstream assets. You will collect, clean, and analyze data from SCADA, reports, and meters, develop dashboards, and forecast production impacts.

You will collaborate with field operations and reservoir engineers to implement optimization strategies, identify cost reductions, and present findings to remote stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (Petroleum, Chemical, Data Science, Statistics, or related).
• Minimum 4 years in production operations analysis within Oil & Gas.
• Proficient in data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, Python/R, Power BI, Tableau).
• Strong understanding of oil and gas production principles and equipment.
• Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication for remote stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and validate production data from SCADA, well reports, and meters.
• Develop dashboards and reports to monitor production KPIs.
• Analyze trends, identify underperforming assets, and investigate root causes.
• Develop models to forecast production and assess impacts of changes.
• Collaborate with field operations, reservoir engineers, and management to implement optimization strategies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reductions.
• Prepare reports and presentations for remote audiences.
• Stay updated on best practices in production analysis and data management.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in analyses and reports.
• Participate in virtual team meetings and problem-solving.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Petroleum Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Data Science

Statistics

Tools

Excel

SQL

Python

R

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major operator in the Oil & Gas industry, is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Remote Production Operations Analyst. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute significantly to optimizing our production performance from anywhere. You will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting production data from various upstream assets, identifying trends, anomalies, and opportunities for efficiency improvements. Your insights will support operational decision-making and drive performance enhancements. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, proficiency in data analysis tools, and a solid understanding of oil and gas production processes. This role requires excellent communication skills to effectively present findings and recommendations to remote stakeholders and operational teams. You will be instrumental in maximizing asset value through data-driven insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and validate production data from various sources (e.g., SCADA systems, well reports, fiscal meters).
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to monitor key production performance indicators (KPIs).
• Analyze production trends, identify underperforming assets, and investigate root causes.
• Develop models to forecast production and assess the impact of operational changes.
• Collaborate with field operations teams, reservoir engineers, and management to implement optimization strategies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reductions in production operations.
• Prepare clear and concise reports and presentations summarizing findings and recommendations for remote audiences.
• Stay updated on industry best practices in production analysis and data management.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all analyses and reports.
• Participate in virtual team meetings and contribute to collaborative problem-solving.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Data Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in production operations analysis within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proficiency in data analysis software and tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python/R, Power BI, Tableau).
• Strong understanding of oil and gas production principles and equipment.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly to diverse audiences in a remote setting.
• Experience working effectively in a remote team environment.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with production accounting principles is a plus.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, and comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement contributions. Enjoy the flexibility and autonomy of working from home. Opportunities for professional growth and development in data analytics and oilfield operations. Be part of a forward-thinking company committed to leveraging data for operational excellence in the Oil & Gas sector. Contribute to optimizing global energy production. This role is ideal for an analytical professional seeking a challenging and rewarding remote career, notionally based out of Mahikeng, North West, ZA .