Well Integrity Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and comprehensive

Opportunities for advanced training

Exposure to diverse field operations

Supportive team environment focused on

Contribution to safe energy resources

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Well Integrity Engineer to join our client’s operations team in Polokwane, South Africa. The role focuses on ensuring integrity and reliability of wells from drilling through abandonment, to prevent leaks and safeguard operations.

You will develop well integrity management systems, conduct assessments, oversee intervention programs, and liaise with drilling, completions and production teams to mitigate risks and ensure environmental protection.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in well integrity, completions, or production engineering in the oil and gas industry.
• Strong understanding of wellhead equipment, downhole tools, and cementing technology.
• Knowledge of well integrity standards and best practices (e.g., ISO 16530-1, API RP 96).
• Proficiency in well integrity software and data analysis tools.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement well integrity management systems (WIMS) in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular well integrity assessments and analyses, including pressure testing, downhole inspection, and component failure analysis.
• Manage and oversee well integrity assurance programs, ensuring equipment reliability and performance.
• Plan and supervise well intervention activities, such as repairs, workovers, and zonal isolation.
• Analyze well integrity data and recommend preventative or corrective actions to mitigate risks.
• Ensure accurate documentation and reporting of all well integrity activities and findings.
• Liaise with drilling, completions, and production teams on well integrity matters.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Petroleum Engineering degree

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

Well integrity software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Well Integrity Engineer to join their operations team in Polokwane . This role is responsible for ensuring the integrity and reliability of wells throughout their lifecycle, from drilling to abandonment, to prevent leakage and ensure operational safety and environmental protection. You will develop and implement well integrity management systems, conduct integrity assessments, and manage well intervention programs. This is a critical position within the upstream oil and gas sector , requiring a proactive approach to risk management.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement well integrity management systems (WIMS) in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements.


• Conduct regular well integrity assessments and analyses, including pressure testing, downhole inspection, and component failure analysis.


• Manage and oversee well integrity assurance programs, ensuring equipment reliability and performance.


• Plan and supervise well intervention activities, such as repairs, workovers, and zonal isolation.


• Analyze well integrity data and recommend preventative or corrective actions to mitigate risks.


• Ensure accurate documentation and reporting of all well integrity activities and findings.


• Liaise with drilling, completions, and production teams on well integrity matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in well integrity, completions, or production engineering in the oil and gas industry .


• Strong understanding of wellhead equipment, downhole tools, and cementing technology.


• Knowledge of well integrity standards and best practices (e.g., ISO 16530-1, API RP 96).


• Proficiency in well integrity software and data analysis tools.


• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.


• Opportunities for advanced training and professional development.


• Exposure to diverse field operations and challenging well integrity issues.


• A supportive team environment committed to safety and operational excellence.


• Contribution to ensuring the safe and efficient operation of energy resources.