Senior Well Intervention Specialist (Remote)

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive remuneration

Full remote work arrangement

Challenging projects

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Well Intervention Specialist for a fully remote role with a leading Oil & Gas client. The role emphasizes design, planning and execution of interventions, including P&A, fishing, milling and stimulation, to maximize production from existing wells.

You will develop procedures, risk assessments, provide remote oversight to rig crews and service providers, monitor downhole conditions and ensure safety and environmental compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in well intervention, workover, and P&A operations.
• Experience with coiled tubing, wireline, snubbing, CTU.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and execute well intervention programs (e.g., workovers, P&A, fishing, milling, stimulation).
• Develop detailed procedures and risk assessments for all intervention activities.
• Provide remote technical support and oversight to rig crews and service providers during operations.
• Monitor wellbore conditions and equipment performance during interventions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues encountered during well interventions.
• Ensure all intervention activities adhere to safety regulations, environmental policies, and company standards.
• Collaborate with production engineers, reservoir engineers, and drilling teams to define intervention priorities and objectives.
• Manage service company performance and contract execution.
• Prepare post-operation reports, analyze data, and provide recommendations for future interventions.
• Stay current with new technologies and best practices in well intervention techniques.

Skills

Remote supervision

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors in Petroleum Eng

Tools

Well intervention software

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking company in the Oil & Gas sector, is actively seeking a highly experienced Senior Well Intervention Specialist to join their team in a fully remote capacity. This role is integral to maximizing production from existing wells through the design, planning, and execution of effective well intervention operations. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of various intervention techniques, including P&A, fishing, milling, and stimulation, coupled with a strong focus on safety and efficiency. This remote position allows a skilled professional to contribute significantly from anywhere, leveraging deep technical expertise to solve complex well challenges and ensure optimal asset performance. Your role will be crucial in maintaining and enhancing reservoir productivity through strategic well interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and execute well intervention programs (e.g., workovers, P&A, fishing, milling, stimulation).
• Develop detailed procedures and risk assessments for all intervention activities.
• Provide remote technical support and oversight to rig crews and service providers during operations.
• Monitor wellbore conditions and equipment performance during interventions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues encountered during well interventions.
• Ensure all intervention activities adhere to safety regulations, environmental policies, and company standards.
• Collaborate with production engineers, reservoir engineers, and drilling teams to define intervention priorities and objectives.
• Manage service company performance and contract execution.
• Prepare post-operation reports, analyze data, and provide recommendations for future interventions.
• Stay current with new technologies and best practices in well intervention techniques.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in well intervention, workover, and P&A operations within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in various intervention techniques and equipment (e.g., coiled tubing, wireline, snubbing, CTU).
• Strong understanding of wellbore integrity, downhole tools, and pressure control equipment.
• Proven ability to develop comprehensive operational plans and risk assessments.
• Excellent problem solving, decision-making, and analytical skills.
• Exceptional communication and leadership abilities, with experience in remote supervision.
• Proficiency in relevant well intervention software and data analysis tools.
• Commitment to upholding the highest safety and environmental standards.
• Experience managing multiple projects and service providers simultaneously.

Benefits

• Highly competitive remuneration package for a remote role.
• Full remote work arrangement, offering significant lifestyle flexibility.
• Opportunity to work on challenging and diverse projects within the Oil & Gas sector.
• Enhance your career with a reputable and innovative company.
• Professional development opportunities and access to cutting-edge technology.
• Direct impact on optimizing production and asset value.
• Flexible working hours to suit your location and preferences.