Senior Well Operations Engineer - Remote Drilling Leader

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Fully remote work environment

Health and wellness benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Challenging energy projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Well Operations Engineer to oversee drilling, completion, and intervention operations with a flexible remote work arrangement to support activities near Mahikeng. Candidates should bring extensive hands-on experience in managing complex well programs, mitigating risks, and delivering cost-effective results in the Oil & Gas sector.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering and a minimum of 7 years in well operations engineering, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in well operations engineering within the Oil & Gas sector.
• Strong knowledge of drilling fluids, cementing, casing design, and completion technologies.
• Familiarity with well control principles and emergency response procedures.
• Experience in risk assessment and management for well operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills for remote management.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and supervise drilling, completion, and workover operations.
• Develop detailed well program documentation, including procedures and contingency plans.
• Manage service providers, equipment, and logistics to ensure efficient operations.
• Conduct daily operational reviews, track progress, and manage costs effectively.
• Identify and resolve operational challenges, ensuring safety and environmental compliance.
• Perform post-operation analysis and implement lessons learned to improve future performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Remote management

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

Drilling fluids

Cementing

Casing design

Completion technologies

Well control principles

Emergency response procedures

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Well Operations Engineer to oversee drilling, completion, and intervention operations with a flexible remote work arrangement to support activities near Mahikeng. Candidates should bring extensive hands-on experience in managing complex well programs, mitigating risks, and delivering cost-effective results in the Oil & Gas sector.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering and a minimum of 7 years in well operations engineering, with