Senior Upstream Operations Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement planning

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Upstream Operations Engineer for a fully remote-first role in South Africa. You will optimize production, manage well performance, and ensure asset integrity across global teams, with a strong focus on safety and efficiency in upstream oil and gas operations.

The role demands a 7+ years track record in upstream engineering, expertise in production optimization, artificial lift, and data-driven decision making, with excellent remote collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of upstream oil & gas operations experience.
• Strong production optimization and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor upstream production data to identify optimization opportunities.
• Develop and implement production enhancement strategies in a virtual environment.
• Oversee well performance, artificial lift, and surface facilities operations.

Skills

Production optimization

Data analysis

Upstream O&G

Remote collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

SCADA systems

Data visualization tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking energy company, operates with a fully remote-first mandate and is seeking a highly motivated Senior Upstream Operations Engineer. This role is crucial for optimizing the performance and ensuring the safe, efficient operation of upstream oil and gas assets. As a remote employee, you will collaborate with global teams, providing expert analysis and strategic recommendations to enhance production and asset integrity. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced engineer seeking flexibility and impactful work in the energy sector, based anywhere in **South Africa**.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze upstream production data to identify opportunities for optimization and efficiency improvements.
• Develop and implement strategies for production enhancement and cost reduction in a virtual environment.
• Oversee well performance, artificial lift systems, and surface facilities operations.
• Conduct technical reviews and troubleshooting of operational issues, providing timely solutions.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations related to upstream operations.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers, geologists, and facility engineers to integrate operational plans.
• Manage operational risks and develop contingency plans for potential disruptions.
• Prepare technical reports, operational summaries, and performance analyses for management.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of best practices in upstream operations.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in upstream oil and gas operations engineering.
• Proven expertise in production optimization, artificial lift technologies, and well performance analysis.
• Strong understanding of oil and gas production processes, facilities, and equipment.
• Experience with production monitoring software and data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for remote teamwork.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and deliver high-quality results.
• Must be based in **South Africa** and equipped for remote work.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and retirement planning support. Our client is dedicated to promoting a healthy work-life balance and provides extensive opportunities for professional development, training, and career advancement. Join our dynamic, globally distributed team and make a significant contribution to the future of energy from the convenience of your home.