Well Intervention Specialist

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Training & development

Exposure to challenges

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Well Intervention Specialist to support operations in the Paarl region within the Oil & Gas sector. You will plan, execute, and supervise intervention programs, collaborating with reservoir and production engineers to maximize asset performance.

The role requires 5+ years in well interventions, strong knowledge of fishing, logging, stimulation, and P&A, plus experience with coiled tubing and wireline services. Safety awareness is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in well intervention or related field operations within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Strong knowledge of various intervention techniques such as fishing, logging, stimulation, and P&A.
• Experience with coiled tubing operations and wireline services.
• Familiarity with relevant safety standards and procedures (e.g., H2S awareness).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Plan and design well intervention programs, including wireline operations , coiled tubing, and pumping services.
• Supervise the execution of intervention operations, ensuring safety and efficiency targets are met.
• Assess well conditions and perform diagnostics to identify production issues or integrity concerns.
• Manage the selection and deployment of appropriate intervention equipment and personnel.
• Analyze operational data and provide recommendations for future intervention strategies.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations and company procedures during all intervention activities.

Skills

Well intervention

Coiled tubing

Wireline services

Fishing

Logging

Stimulation

P&A

H2S awareness

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or related

Job description

About the Role

Our client requires a skilled Well Intervention Specialist to support their operations in the Paarl region within the Oil & Gas sector. This role focuses on planning, executing, and supervising well intervention operations designed to maintain or improve production, perform diagnostics, and conduct remedial work. You will collaborate closely with reservoir and production engineers to identify intervention needs and implement the most effective solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of various well intervention techniques, equipment, and safety protocols. This position offers the chance to work on diverse well challenges and contribute to maximizing asset performance in a complex operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and design well intervention programs, including wireline operations , coiled tubing, and pumping services.


• Supervise the execution of intervention operations, ensuring safety and efficiency targets are met.


• Assess well conditions and perform diagnostics to identify production issues or integrity concerns.


• Manage the selection and deployment of appropriate intervention equipment and personnel.


• Analyze operational data and provide recommendations for future intervention strategies.


• Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations and company procedures during all intervention activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related technical discipline.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in well intervention or related field operations within the Oil & Gas industry .


• Strong knowledge of various intervention techniques such as fishing, logging, stimulation, and P&A.


• Experience with coiled tubing operations and wireline services.


• Familiarity with relevant safety standards and procedures (e.g., H2S awareness).


• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for project-based bonuses.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Retirement savings plan.


• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.


• Exposure to a variety of well intervention challenges.