WTS Energy – Our client is a subsidiary of a leading international energy and infrastructure conglomerate.
They are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Senior Petrophysicist
Location: Nigeria
Job Summary
- This role will play a pivotal role in driving reservoir characterization, development planning, and decision-making processes in our technically challenging and high- potential oil and gas fields
Key Responsibilities
Reservoir Evaluation & Characterization:
- Supervise the Analysis and interpretation of well log data to assess reservoir properties such as porosity, permeability, and fluid saturation.
- Integrate petrophysical data with geological, geophysical, and engineering datasets to create robust reservoir models.
- Support reservoir management by providing insights into fluid dynamics and reservoir behavior.
Data Integration & Interpretation:
- Utilize advanced petrophysical software and techniques to process, analyze, and interpret logging and core data.
- Ensure seamless integration of petrophysical data with seismic and production data to enhance hydrocarbon recovery strategies.
Mentorship & Team Building:
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior staff, fostering skill development within the team.
Well Planning & Execution:
- Provide expert guidance & petrophysical input in well planning, completion, and workover operations.
- Support real-time decision-making during drilling and logging activities.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of completion techniques and provide recommendations for optimization.
Research and Innovation:
- Stay updated with emerging technologies, tools, and methodologies in petrophysics.
- Propose and implement innovative solutions to address reservoir characterization challenges
Research and Innovation:
- Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations on petrophysical evaluations and findings for management and stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate records of petrophysical data and interpretations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geophysics, Petroleum Engineering, or a related field Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in petrophysics within the upstream oil and gas industry, with significant exposure to reservoir characterization.
- Proven experience with advanced logging tools (e.g., LWD, MWD, NMR) and data interpretation techniques.
- Strong background in using petrophysical software such as Techlog, Petrel, Interactive Petrophysics (IP), or similar tools.
- Certification in relevant disciplines or technologies (e.g., SPE Certified Petroleum Professional) is an added advantage.
Knowledge & Skills Required:
- Deep understanding of petrophysical principles, log interpretation, and core analysis.
- Proficiency in integrating multidisciplinary datasets to develop accurate reservoir models.
- Advanced knowledge of industry-standard petrophysical and reservoir modeling tools.
- Willingness to work in diverse field conditions and adapt to the dynamic nature of the oil and gas industry.
- Keen attention to detail in data analysis, interpretation, and documentation.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online