Upstream Operations Analyst

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Career development

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an analytical Upstream Operations Analyst to monitor and report on upstream oil & gas performance from a remote position. You will collect production data, build dashboards, and support decision making with data-driven insights.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's in engineering or quantitative field, 3+ years in analytics, and proficiency in Excel, SQL, Python/R with Tableau/Power BI. Excellent communication and remote-work skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical), Statistics, Mathematics, or related field.
• 3+ years in an analytical role, preferably Oil & Gas upstream.
• Proficient in Excel, SQL and Python/R for data analysis and manipulation.
• Experience with Tableau or Power BI for dashboards and reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and analyze operational data from upstream assets.
• Develop and maintain performance dashboards and reports.
• Identify KPIs and track operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Analyze trends in production, costs, and resource utilization to find improvements.
• Provide data-driven insights to drilling, completions, and reservoir teams.
• Prepare regular reports on performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Contribute to development of operational strategies and budgets.
• Collaborate with production, drilling, reservoir engineering, and HSE teams.

Skills

Data analysis

Excel

SQL

Python/R

Tableau/Power BI

Remote work

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or quantitative field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Python

Job description

About the Role Our client, an international energy company with growing interests in South Africa, is seeking a proactive and analytical Upstream Operations Analyst to join their remote team. This role is integral to monitoring, analyzing, and reporting on the performance of upstream Oil & Gas operations. You will leverage data analytics to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for optimization across production, drilling, and reservoir management. The successful candidate will have a strong quantitative background, excellent data visualization skills, and a solid understanding of upstream operations. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making from a remote position.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and analyze operational data from upstream assets (production, well performance, drilling activities).
• Develop and maintain performance dashboards and reports using data visualization tools.
• Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and track operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Analyze trends in production, costs, and resource utilization to identify areas for improvement.
• Support drilling and completion operations by providing data-driven insights and performance monitoring.
• Assist reservoir engineers in evaluating well performance and production forecasts.
• Prepare regular reports for management on operational performance, risks, and opportunities.
• Contribute to the development of operational strategies and budgets.
• Collaborate with various upstream teams, including production, drilling, reservoir engineering, and HSE.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all reports and analyses.
• Stay informed about industry best practices in operational analytics and performance management.
• Provide ad-hoc analysis to support decision-making processes.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical, Chemical), Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in an analytical role, preferably within the Oil & Gas upstream sector.
• Proficiency in data analysis and manipulation using tools like Excel, SQL, and Python/R.
• Experience with data visualization software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong understanding of upstream oil and gas operations (production, drilling, completions).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently in a remote setting.
• Familiarity with data management and reporting processes.
• A proactive and detail-oriented approach to work.
• Experience related to operations in the Northern Cape region, such as near Upington , is not required due to the remote nature but would be a plus for understanding operational context.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage, retirement savings plans, and opportunities for professional development. The flexibility to work from anywhere is a key advantage. Our client is committed to fostering a collaborative remote work environment and supporting employees' career growth within the dynamic Oil & Gas industry.