Senior Production Engineer - Oil & Gas Operations

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Bonuses

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Production Engineer to oversee oil and gas production operations from Centurion. You will optimize performance of production facilities, manage artificial lift systems, and coordinate well interventions to maximize output while controlling costs.

You will analyze data, develop forecasts, and collaborate with reservoir and drilling engineers to align field development plans. A strong background in production optimization and safety practices is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in production engineering within Oil & Gas.
• Strong knowledge of production facilities, separation processes, and fluid mechanics.
• Experience with artificial lift techniques and well intervention strategies.
• Proficiency in production optimization software and data analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze well and facility production data to identify opportunities for optimization.
• Design and implement artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, gas lift) and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Plan and execute well workovers and interventions to maintain or enhance production rates.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations in all production activities.
• Develop production forecasts and assist in the budgeting process for production operations.
• Collaborate with reservoir and drilling engineers to align production strategies with field development plans.

Skills

Production optimization

Artificial lift

Well interventions

Data analysis

Fluid mechanics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Optimization software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and results-oriented Senior Production Engineer to oversee and optimize oil and gas production operations from their base in Centurion . This role is crucial for ensuring the efficient and safe extraction of hydrocarbons, maximizing output, and minimizing operational costs. You will be responsible for the performance of production facilities, artificial lift systems, and well interventions. The successful candidate will bring a wealth of experience in production optimization and a deep understanding of the challenges within the Oil & Gas industry , playing a key part in the company's operational success and sustainability efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze well and facility production data to identify opportunities for optimization.
• Design and implement artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, gas lift) and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Plan and execute well workovers and interventions to maintain or enhance production rates.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations in all production activities.
• Develop production forecasts and assist in the budgeting process for production operations.
• Collaborate with reservoir and drilling engineers to align production strategies with field development plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in production engineering within the Oil & Gas sector .
• Strong knowledge of production facilities, separation processes, and fluid mechanics.
• Experience with artificial lift techniques and well intervention strategies.
• Proficiency in production optimization software and data analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based incentives and annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, retirement, and insurance benefits package.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth within the organization.
• A stable and supportive work environment in Centurion , focused on operational excellence.