Senior Upstream Production Engineer

Placements24; Mossel Bay; In loco; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical aid

Provident fund

Paid leave

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Upstream Production Engineer for our Mossel Bay site in the Western Cape. You will optimize oil & gas production, analyze field data, and implement artificial lift solutions to maximize recovery while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Bring 8+ years in upstream production engineering, deep knowledge of reservoir mechanics, and proficiency with production software.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive upstream production engineering experience.
• Expertise in production system analysis, artificial lift, and well diagnostics.
• Strong reservoir mechanics understanding affecting production.
• Proficient in production engineering software and data tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making under pressure.
• Strong communication in multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in Mossel Bay region or similar environments is valued.

Mansioni

• Monitor daily production operations and identify optimization opportunities.
• Troubleshoot issues and implement solutions to maximize recovery.
• Design, implement and manage artificial lift systems (ESP, rod pump, gas lift).
• Perform well performance analyses and diagnostics.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers to align strategies.
• Develop and manage production enhancement projects including workovers.
• Ensure compliance with HSE regulations.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
• Evaluate new technologies to improve efficiency and safety.

Conoscenze

Upstream production engineering

Artificial lift design

Well performance analysis

Data analysis & software

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum or Mechanical Engineering

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished name in the **Oil & Gas** sector, is actively recruiting for a Senior Upstream Production Engineer to join their vital operations in **Mossel Bay, Western Cape, ZA**. This role is central to optimizing the production of oil and gas from various fields, ensuring efficiency, safety, and maximum recovery. You will be responsible for analyzing production data, identifying operational challenges, and implementing solutions to enhance output. The position demands strong technical acumen and a deep understanding of production systems, artificial lift methods, and well performance. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to contribute to significant projects within a reputable **Oil & Gas** company located in the picturesque **Western Cape**. You will work closely with field operations and reservoir engineering teams to drive performance improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze daily production operations, identifying opportunities for optimization.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement effective solutions to minimize downtime and maximize recovery rates.
• Design, implement, and manage artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, rod pumps, gas lift).
• Perform well performance analysis and conduct diagnostics to identify potential issues.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers to ensure production strategies align with reservoir management objectives.
• Develop and execute production enhancement projects, including workovers and recompletions.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations.
• Prepare production forecasts and reports for management.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior production engineers.
• Evaluate new technologies and equipment to improve production efficiency and safety.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in upstream production engineering within the **Oil & Gas** industry.
• Proven expertise in production system analysis, artificial lift design and operation, and well diagnostics.
• Strong understanding of reservoir mechanics and its impact on production.
• Proficiency in production engineering software and data analysis tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound technical decisions under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience working in the **Mossel Bay, Western Cape, ZA** region or similar offshore/onshore **Oil & Gas** environments is highly valued.
• Adaptability and a willingness to contribute to a dynamic operational setting.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid, provident fund, and paid leave. Opportunities for professional development and training are provided to foster career growth. This position is based in our **Mossel Bay, Western Cape, ZA** office, offering a stable and collaborative work environment within a leading **Oil & Gas** organization. Join our team and play a key role in optimizing energy production.