Senior Well Intervention Specialist

Placements24; Upington; Hybride; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 800 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Salary and benefits

Medical and retirement benefits

Performance bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Résumé du poste

Placements24, on behalf of a leading oil & gas service provider near Upington, Northern Cape, seeks a highly experienced Senior Well Intervention Specialist to plan, execute and manage complex well intervention projects.

The role requires deep knowledge of intervention techniques, strong safety discipline, robust operational planning, and the ability to mentor junior staff while delivering reliable production enhancements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 8 years in well intervention, completions, or production operations.
• Experience with slickline, coiled tubing and electric line.
• Knowledge of downhole tools and artificial lift systems.
• Strong leadership, communication and risk management skills.

Responsabilités

• Plan and design well intervention programs, including workovers and production optimization.
• Select equipment, tools and materials ensuring safety and technical integrity.
• Oversee on-site execution and adherence to plans and safety procedures.
• Analyze well performance data before, during and after intervention.
• Collaborate with clients, operations teams and third‑party providers.
• Prepare reports with findings, recommendations and cost summaries.
• Mentor and guide junior specialists and field personnel.
• Stay current with new technologies and best practices.

Connaissances

Well intervention

Slickline

Coiled tubing

Downhole tools

Risk management

Leadership

Planning software

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum/Mechanical Engineering

Outils

Slickline equipment

Coiled tubing equipment

Electric line tools

Description du poste

About the Role Our client, a leading service provider in the Oil & Gas sector, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Well Intervention Specialist to join their expert team based near Upington, Northern Cape, ZA . This role is critical for planning, executing, and managing complex well intervention operations designed to maintain or enhance production from existing wells. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of various intervention techniques, equipment, and associated risks. This position requires strong technical acumen, exceptional operational planning skills, and a commitment to safety and efficiency in a challenging operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and design well intervention programs, including workovers, completions, and production optimization operations.
• Select appropriate equipment, tools, and materials for intervention activities, ensuring technical integrity and safety.
• Oversee the execution of well intervention operations on-site, ensuring adherence to plans and safety procedures.
• Manage risks associated with well interventions, including well control, formation damage, and equipment failure.
• Analyze well performance data before, during, and after intervention to evaluate effectiveness.
• Collaborate with clients, operations teams, and third-party service providers to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Prepare detailed reports on intervention activities, including technical findings, recommendations, and cost summaries.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior specialists and field personnel.
• Stay current with new technologies and best practices in well intervention and artificial lift.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in well intervention, completions, or production operations within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Demonstrated experience with a variety of well intervention techniques (e.g., slickline, coiled tubing, electric line).
• Strong knowledge of downhole tools, equipment, and artificial lift systems.
• In-depth understanding of well integrity principles and risk management.
• Proven ability to manage complex operations and troubleshoot technical challenges.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in relevant software for planning and analysis is advantageous.

Benefits

• Our client offers an attractive salary, comprehensive medical and retirement benefits, performance bonuses, and significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement. This role is based in the region of Upington, Northern Cape, ZA , offering a chance to impact the Oil & Gas sector significantly.