Job title | Principal Geologist ABB | Grade | |
Stream | Upstream | Function | E&P Subsurface / Bisat Development |
Location | Oman | Budget control | *OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant* |
Reporting to | Manager Bisat Development | Direct reports | TBD |
Job purpose Provides robust Technical support in Geology for the development of Bisat geo-science learnings and implement them to integrated subsurface description at Bisat Development – Subsurface E&P under Manager Bisat Development scope’s by applying advanced geo-science knowledge and industry learnings through: (1) Deliver timely high quality geological analysis and interpretation to progress company’s operated and non-operated assets that includes a variety of reservoirs, fluids and maturity, (2) Lead development operations, geological modeling, data acquisition and the people progression, and (3) Coordination of special studies, preparation and update of subsurface interpretations and provision for an input of relevant data to other discipline. The position will act in accordance with the Group’s Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines and standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Omani’s government & other legal justification’s, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives. |
Main tasks and responsibilities - Lead delivery of well scoped and pre-defined geological elements of Development projects
- Apply advanced geological expertise and professional judgment in delivering assigned projects and presents completed analysis and recommendations at Peer Reviews, Peer Assists and Functional Reviews as part of the company Value Assurance Framework. May act as a peer reviewer for other projects
- Accountable to formulate realistic alternative subsurface realizations and provide field optimum development concepts and recommendations
- Ensures all geological uncertainties and risks are incorporated into forward exploration and developments plans, and are included in all estimates of reserves
- Liaise with other team members to carry out subsurface evaluation and analysis to propose well locations and pick wells to fulfil business needs as well as defining necessary data gathering like logging, coring, etc.
- Contributes to all phases of planning, delivery and evaluation of well operations as assigned, including Geotech Documents, data gathering, daily reporting and post-well studies and analyses
- Lead specialist studies; sedimentological, diagenetic, micropalaeontology, hydrocarbon finger printing etc.
- Prepare and keep up to date subsurface interpretations, presented as structural contour maps, thickness maps and X-Sections aimed at defining boundary conditions of the pools and reservoirs
- Integrate production and engineering data in order to meet the company production and forecasting targets
- To ensure all own evaluations are documented and related geological data (both petro-technical and physical) is handled in accordance with the companies Data Management Standards
- Lead Geoscientist to represent the company at partner interface meetings & TCM's.
- Propose, develop and support subsurface work to gain internal and partner approval for operator recommendations /proposals
- Establish and formulate workflows, best practices and procedures for OQ upstream, in the geological function.
- Adhere to appropriate Subsurface Policies and Standards
- Mentor and coaching Geologists staff to improve their skills and develop them into self-sufficient performers
- Ensure to Work safely and think proactively about personal safety and safety of others at work
- Actively participate in, contribute to, and promote company occupational health, safety, security and environment culture.
- Ensure work is carried out in accordance with the Company HSE and Security policies and procedures and meet company HSE goals and targets, and participate in HSE programs.
- Stand-by / on-call duties when required
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Key interactions Internal: Upstream E&P, Commercial, Legal, Finance, Technical, New Ventures, Non-Operated Assets, OQ ILT External: MOG, Partners, Other E&P companies, consultancy firms, etc. |
Notable Working Conditions. Office environment, intensive computer screen use, sporadic visits to operation site. |
Education requirements | BS Degree in Geology, relevant science subject or equivalent MSc degree desirable |
Language requirements | Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required) Arabic - Native (desirable) |
Background and experience | Competencies and skills |
• 12+ years of relevant experience in similar role with an operator, preferably with experience in Exploration or New Ventures. - Broad geoscience knowledge, with experience in both geophysics and geology.
- Experienced with both exploration and development upstream oil and gas activities
- Relevant software experience, Landmark, Petrel and ArcGIS is preferred
- Demonstrated strong experience in the following fields:
- Well operations planning and delivery
- Field appraisal and development including reservoir characterization
- Prospect generation, evaluation and proposal
- Exposure to regional and new venture evaluations
- 3D Geological modelling skills, preferably in Petrel Software
- Mastery level expert user of geological interpretations systems
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) with proficiency in written and spoken English
- Preferably, an exposure of working in different local Oman/GCC geological settings clastics, carbonates, passive margins, thrust belts etc.
- Track record of deadline delivery and result oriented with ability to prioritize and deliver
- Experienced mentor and coach
| - Leading multidisciplinary integrated teams and contribution to exploration opportunity risking and ranking.
- Has participated or contributed to technical reviews, audits and preparation of Field Development Plans
- Self-starter with the ability to multi task while maintaining priorities
- Project Management skills
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