Development Geologist

::: KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES :::

Geological Data Interpretation & Reservoir Mapping

• Provide input to geological and reservoir models.
• Produce field reservoir maps over key reservoirs, including gross and net sand thickness, net to gross, porosity, and Sw.
• Collect and analyse development well geological data.
• Development and exploration well correlations.

Prospect Generation and Evaluation

• Identify hydrocarbon plays, leads and prospects within specific field areas.
• Use geological and geophysical data interpretation to assist other team members and reservoir engineers to define appraisal strategies, field development plans, by-passed hydrocarbon pay, infill well targets and enhanced hydrocarbon recovery programs.
• Determine hydrocarbons-in-place by volumetric calculations and provide input for reserve reports and certification.
• Evaluate all leads, prospects, and development well targets and assist geologists and reservoir engineers to produce a portfolio of proposed exploration and development wells.
• Analyse prospect risks and propose a ranking scheme to help determine a drilling program.
• Present proposals for drilling to management and partners.
• Identify future data requirements to help better define and upgrade identified leads and prospects.

Government Relations

• Assist geologist/geophysics team in preparing block commitment reports.
• Make presentations to DMF regarding prospects and post well reviews.
• Assist with compilation of well proposals.
• Collate documentation and assist HSSE Department with EIA reports and presentations to DMF.

Budgets

• Provide budgetary input regarding coring, special core analysis, petrography and other similar outsourced work.

:: QUALIFICATIONS :::

Knowledge & Qualifications:

• A degree in Geology or Geophysics and knowledge of interdisciplinary geosciences. An advanced degree is preferable. A thorough knowledge of geological and physical principles and seismic interpretation. A mathematical background is important.

Experience:

• 8-10 plus experience in hydrocarbon development, most of which gained in an Oil and Gas company working as a geoscientist. The holder should have considerable experience in development geology, reservoir mapping, seismic interpretation, prospect generation and evaluation, and should have participated in drilling many wells.

Skills:

• Observation, pattern recognition, analytic, visualisation, and data interpretation skills. 
• IT skills and project management skills are also beneficial. An ability to work well in a team, combined with flexibility and adaptability are essential. 
• Good communication skills and an ability to express ideas clearly both orally and in writing are also important.

Work Condition:

• Enjoy a dynamic on-site work environment, 5 days a week.
• While there is no hybrid work option available, the company offers flexible working hours, commitment to work-life balance, also comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative team culture.

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