Senior Production Engineer - Oil & Gas Field Operations

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

On-site in Rustenburg

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg is seeking a Senior Production Engineer to optimize oil and gas production. You will analyze well and facility data, design artificial lift solutions, and drive performance improvements across surface and subsurface assets.

The role requires 8+ years in production engineering, strong data analysis skills, and a safety‑driven mindset. On‑site work in Rustenburg with a focus on reliability, efficiency, and collaboration with reservoir and drilling teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in production engineering within Oil & Gas.
• Proven experience with artificial lift system design, operation, and troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge of production facilities, flow assurance, and well testing.
• Proficiency in production data analysis software and production modeling techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience in field operations and working with field personnel.
• Must be legally authorized to work in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze well and facility production data to identify opportunities for optimization.
• Develop and implement strategies for artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, gas lift, rod pumps).
• Conduct nodal analysis and wellbore performance reviews.
• Troubleshoot production problems, including wellbore plugging, surface equipment failures, and flow assurance issues.
• Design and oversee workover and intervention programs to improve well productivity.
• Collaborate with reservoir and drilling engineers to ensure alignment between development plans and production capabilities.
• Prepare production forecasts and performance reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies to enhance production efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior production engineers.

Skills

Artificial lift design

Nodal analysis

Production data analysis

Well performance optimization

Field operations experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

Production modeling software

Data analysis software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant operator in the Oil & Gas sector, is actively recruiting a Senior Production Engineer to join their team based in Rustenburg, North West. This role is central to maximizing production rates and optimizing the performance of oil and gas facilities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of production systems, artificial lift methods, and well performance analysis. You will be responsible for identifying production inefficiencies, implementing solutions, and ensuring the safe and efficient operation of wells and surface facilities. We are seeking a seasoned professional with excellent analytical skills and a proactive approach to operational challenges. This is an opportunity to join a company dedicated to operational excellence and sustainable energy production. Your expertise will directly contribute to the profitability and output of critical field assets in the Rustenburg area. A commitment to safety and environmental stewardship is paramount.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze well and facility production data to identify opportunities for optimization.
• Develop and implement strategies for artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, gas lift, rod pumps).
• Conduct nodal analysis and wellbore performance reviews.
• Troubleshoot production problems, including wellbore plugging, surface equipment failures, and flow assurance issues.
• Design and oversee workover and intervention programs to improve well productivity.
• Collaborate with reservoir and drilling engineers to ensure alignment between development plans and production capabilities.
• Prepare production forecasts and performance reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies to enhance production efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior production engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in production engineering within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proven experience with artificial lift system design, operation, and troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge of production facilities, flow assurance, and well testing.
• Proficiency in production data analysis software and production modeling techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience in field operations and working with field personnel.
• Must be legally authorized to work in South Africa.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical benefits, and a substantial retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development within the Oil & Gas sector are significant.
• Be part of a leading company focused on innovation and operational excellence at our Rustenburg site.
• This position requires your presence on-site to effectively manage field operations.