Well Operations Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and retirement fund

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Well Operations Engineer to join the field operations team near Nelspruit. You will plan, design and supervise well intervention, workover, and completion activities, ensuring safety and cost effectiveness in Mpumalanga's oil and gas environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering and at least 6 years of experience in well operations, with strong knowledge of hydraulics, formation evaluation and artificial lift systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or closely related field.
• Minimum 6 years of well operations experience (interventions, workovers, or completions).
• Strong knowledge of wellbore hydraulics, formation evaluation and artificial lift systems.
• Experience in rig site supervision and project management.
• Familiarity with HSE regulations and best practices in oil and gas.

Responsibilities

• Plan and design well intervention, workover, and completion programs.
• Supervise rig site operations, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Manage operational risks including well control and equipment failures.
• Optimize well performance through completion and intervention strategies.
• Coordinate with drilling, production, and HSE teams for integrated operations.
• Prepare detailed operational reports including post-job analysis and cost tracking.
• Ensure all operations comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Rig site supervision

Project management

Leadership

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering

Tools

Formation evaluation software

Artificial lift systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a results-oriented Well Operations Engineer to join their field operations team near Nelspruit . This role focuses on the safe, efficient, and cost-effective execution of well intervention, workover, and completion operations. You will be responsible for planning, designing, and supervising these critical activities, ensuring adherence to the highest technical and safety standards. This position offers a hands‑on opportunity to manage complex well operations within the challenging yet rewarding oil and gas environment of Mpumalanga , contributing directly to asset integrity and production enhancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and design well intervention, workover, and completion programs.
• Supervise rig site operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with procedures.
• Manage operational risks, including well control, equipment failures, and personnel safety.
• Optimize well performance through effective completion and intervention strategies.
• Coordinate with drilling, production, and HSE teams to ensure integrated operations.
• Prepare detailed operational reports, including post-job analysis and cost tracking.
• Ensure all operations comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in well operations , completions, or workovers.
• Strong understanding of wellbore hydraulics, formation evaluation, and artificial lift systems.
• Proven experience with rig site supervision and project management.
• Knowledge of relevant HSE regulations and best practices in the oil and gas industry .
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and leadership skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with potential for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement fund.
• Generous leave entitlement and opportunities for further specialization.
• Relocation assistance for successful candidates moving to the Nelspruit area.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment focused on operational excellence.