Senior Production Engineer – Oil & Gas (Hybrid)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Health, retirement & wellness benefits

Career advancement & development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Production Engineer for a Centurion-based role with hybrid work. The candidate will optimize oil and gas production from existing wells, enhance performance, and ensure safe operation of facilities.

Collaboration with field operations, reservoir engineers, and other disciplines is essential. The role requires a strong technical and analytical background, with at least 6 years in production engineering, and the ability to operate effectively in both remote and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in production engineering for oil and gas operations.
• Strong understanding of production facilities, artificial lift systems, and surface operations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze well and facility production data to identify performance issues and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies for artificial lift optimization, gas lift, and injection management.
• Conduct production system analysis, including flow assurance and integrity management.
• Collaborate with field personnel to troubleshoot production problems and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare production forecasts, economic evaluations, and technical reports for management.

Skills

Production optimization

Data analysis

Communication

Problem-solving

Hybrid teamwork

Oil and gas operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

Production data analysis software

Simulation tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Production Engineer for a Centurion-based role with hybrid work. The candidate will optimize oil and gas production from existing wells, enhance performance, and ensure safe operation of facilities.

Collaboration with field operations, reservoir engineers, and other disciplines is essential. The role requires a strong technical and analytical background, with at least 6 years in production engineering, and the ability to operate effectively in both remote and