Senior Petroleum Engineer - Durban

Placements24; Durban; Híbrido; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance-based bonuses

Professional growth opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Petroleum Engineer for our Durban-based operations. The role blends in-office collaboration with remote work, focusing on optimizing production from existing assets and evaluating new opportunities.

You will work with geologists and reservoir engineers to manage field development and reservoir management. The candidate should have 7+ years in petroleum engineering, strong skills in production engineering, artificial lift, and well testing, with familiarity in

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in petroleum engineering with a focus on production and operations.
• Strong knowledge of production engineering, artificial lift, and well testing.
• Experience with reservoir simulation software and forecasting is beneficial.
• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation of production logs.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities; offshore exposure is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor and analyze production data to identify optimization opportunities.
• Develop and implement well intervention strategies and lift optimization.
• Review wells and fields for enhanced recovery and performance improvements.
• Collaborate on field development planning and reservoir management.
• Conduct economic evaluations for workovers and new developments.
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies and industry regulations.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and operational plans.
• Provide guidance to field operations teams and stay updated on industry practices.
• Assist in budgets and forecasts for production operations.

Conocimientos

Production engineering

Artificial lift

Well testing

Reservoir simulation

Data analysis

Project management

Educación

BSc Petroleum Engineering

Herramientas

Petrel

Eclipse

OFM

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a significant entity in the Southern African oil and gas market, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Petroleum Engineer to join their operations based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA . This hybrid role offers the flexibility to work remotely for a portion of the week while benefiting from in-office collaboration and access to resources. You will be responsible for optimizing production from existing assets, evaluating new development opportunities, and ensuring efficient and safe operational practices. This is a critical position that requires a deep understanding of production operations, reservoir management, and well engineering principles. You will contribute to maximizing asset value and supporting strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze production data to identify opportunities for optimization and efficiency improvements.
• Develop and implement well intervention strategies, including workovers and artificial lift optimization.
• Conduct performance reviews of wells and fields, providing recommendations for enhanced recovery.
• Collaborate with geologists and reservoir engineers on field development planning and reservoir management.
• Perform economic evaluations for workover projects and new development opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with all company HSE policies and relevant industry regulations.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and operational plans.
• Provide technical support and guidance to field operations teams.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging technologies in petroleum engineering.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts for production operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in petroleum engineering, with a focus on production and operations.
• Strong knowledge of production engineering principles, including artificial lift systems and well testing.
• Experience with reservoir simulation software and production forecasting techniques is beneficial.
• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation of production logs.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with offshore operations is an advantage.
• Professional registration with ECSA or equivalent is preferred.

Benefits

• This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical aid, a provident fund, and performance-based bonuses.
• Our client provides opportunities for professional growth and development, including access to advanced training and industry conferences.
• The hybrid work model allows for a healthy work-life balance.
• Employees benefit from working with a dedicated and experienced team in a challenging and rewarding industry.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the organization are available for high performers.