Senior Reservoir Engineer - Upstream Operations

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 2,000,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical aid

provident fund

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work model

Work-life balance

Job summary

Placements24 in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Reservoir Engineer with a strong track record in upstream oil and gas to optimize hydrocarbon recovery, manage reservoir performance, and contribute to long‑term strategic planning in a hybrid work environment.

You will lead reservoir simulations, decline curve analyses, volumetric calculations, and cross‑functional collaboration with geoscientists and production engineers, while mentoring junior staff and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in reservoir engineering, with a strong focus on upstream operations.
• Proficiency in reservoir simulation software (e.g., ECLIPSE, CMG, INTERSECT) and data analysis tools.
• Solid understanding of reservoir characterization, fluid properties, and production mechanisms.
• Proven ability to develop and execute complex reservoir management plans.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Experience working in a hybrid work setting and managing remote collaboration tools is advantageous.
• Must be eligible to work in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement reservoir management strategies to maximize economic recovery from oil and gas assets.
• Perform detailed reservoir simulations, decline curve analysis, and volumetric calculations.
• Evaluate exploration and development opportunities, providing technical input for investment decisions.
• Monitor reservoir performance, identify production issues, and recommend solutions for optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including geoscientists, production engineers, and management, to achieve operational goals.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and proposals for internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the continuous improvement of reservoir engineering practices.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Decision making

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Petroleum or Chemical Engineering

Tools

ECLIPSE

CMG

INTERSECT

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the Oil & Gas industry, is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Reservoir Engineer to join their dynamic team. This critical role will be based in Johannesburg, Gauteng, and will involve a hybrid work model, offering flexibility and collaboration. The successful candidate will be instrumental in optimizing hydrocarbon recovery, managing reservoir performance, and contributing to the long-term strategic planning of exploration and production activities. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and technical expertise in the heart of South Africa's economic hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement reservoir management strategies to maximize economic recovery from oil and gas assets.
• Perform detailed reservoir simulations, decline curve analysis, and volumetric calculations.
• Evaluate exploration and development opportunities, providing technical input for investment decisions.
• Monitor reservoir performance, identify production issues, and recommend solutions for optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including geoscientists, production engineers, and management, to achieve operational goals.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and proposals for internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the continuous improvement of reservoir engineering practices.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in reservoir engineering, with a strong focus on upstream operations.
• Proficiency in reservoir simulation software (e.g., ECLIPSE, CMG, INTERSECT) and data analysis tools.
• Solid understanding of reservoir characterization, fluid properties, and production mechanisms.
• Proven ability to develop and execute complex reservoir management plans.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Experience working in a hybrid work setting and managing remote collaboration tools is advantageous.
• Must be eligible to work in South Africa.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package, including a substantial annual bonus and comprehensive medical aid coverage.
• Employees benefit from a generous provident fund contribution, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work-life balance program.
• The hybrid work model allows for a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, contributing to a dynamic and productive work environment.
• Join a leading organization that invests in its people and fosters a culture of excellence and innovation within the vibrant city of Johannesburg.