Senior Well Intervention Lead - Onsite Field Roles

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 332,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rate

Travel allowances

Accommodation during deployments

Contract extensions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Well Intervention Specialist for sites in Upington, Northern Cape. You will plan, execute, and supervise specialized operations to maintain or restore production from existing wells, coordinating with well operators, engineers, and clients to optimize performance.

The role requires a hands-on approach with strong leadership, problem-solving, and the ability to work in remote field locations.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in well intervention operations in Oil & Gas.
• Ability to plan and execute a wide range of well intervention techniques.
• Strong knowledge of wellbore hydraulics, tubulars, and completion equipment.
• Familiar with slickline, coiled tubing and electric line operations.
• Knowledge of well control principles and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Plan and design well intervention operations including P&A, fishing, reperforating, and stimulation.
• Develop detailed job programs, risk assessments, and contingency plans.
• Supervise and coordinate on-site operations with safety and efficiency in mind.
• Select and procure necessary equipment, tools, and services.
• Monitor well conditions and operational parameters during interventions.
• Analyze post-intervention data and provide performance reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to identify needs and opportunities.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to field personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Decision making

Education

Oilfield operations certifications

Tools

Slickline

Coiled tubing

Electric line operations

Well control equipment

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Well Intervention Specialist for sites in Upington, Northern Cape. You will plan, execute, and supervise specialized operations to maintain or restore production from existing wells, coordinating with well operators, engineers, and clients to optimize performance.

The role requires a hands-on approach with strong leadership, problem-solving, and the ability to work in remote field locations.