Job title | Head of Subsurface | Grade | |
Asset | OQ E&P | Function | B60 & B48 |
Location | Oman | Budget control | *OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant* |
Reporting to | VP B60 & B48 | Direct reports | 3: Manager, ABB Development Manager, Bisat Development Manager, Subsurface Data Management |
Job purpose Leads development of discovered hydrocarbon resources at OQEP operated Assets, under VP Operated scope, acting as owner of well planning and delivery, reservoir modelling (static and/ or dynamic), standards, by (1) Lead the subsurface discipline for ABB / BISAT (geology, petrophysics, Reservoir, prod engineering) in interaction with stakeholder management, (2) Hands-on component as either the field geologist or reservoir engineering combined with technical leadership and direct supervisory responsibility, and (3) Be involved with partner/stakeholder (internal and external) for all subsurface related matters; in order to support the performance of the assigned fields. 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 justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives. |
Main tasks and responsibilities - Leads development of discovered hydrocarbon resources for ABB / BISAT or any future assets. (Geology, petrophysics, Reservoir, prod engineering) in interaction with stakeholder management,
- Hands-on component as either the field geologist or reservoir engineering combined with technical leadership and direct supervisory responsibility,
- Be involved with partner/stakeholder (internal and external) for all subsurface related matters; in order to support the performance of the assigned fields
- Ensure compliance with OQEP policies and procedures and compliance to best industry practices.
- Provides input to solve operational and development related challenges, identify and mitigate subsurface risks during life of field
- Lead the definition, design and execution of data acquisition programs, and, if required, bringing office or onsite support for any relevant operations (e.g. geosteering wells, preliminary quick-look analysis, post well clean up analysis).
- Providing QA/QC of all subsurface work.
- Responsible for maintaining up to date reservoir performance models
- Acting as a technical leader on projects, coordinating cross-discipline activities.
- Responsible for Joint Ventures subsurface coordination
- Own subsurface work programme and provide input to budget
- Lead reserves updates and submissions as well as business plans as part of corporate (subsurface) process
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Key interactions Internal: OQEP, OQ Group/OIA as required External: Ministry of Energy and Mineral (MEM), Contractors, Vendors & Suppliers |
Notable Working Conditions. Field Operations and office environment, Moderate to intensive computer screen use. |
Education requirements | - Bachelor’s in petroleum engineering, or related.
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Language requirements | Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required) Arabic - Native (desirable) |
Background and experience | Competencies and skills |
- 13+ years of experience in relevant position
- 5 years’ experience in leadership role.
- Well-rounded professional with strong background in petroleum engineering or G&G, adaptable and motivated general management strategist who relishes challenges.
- Hands on experience at managerial level in all Oil & Gas disciplines including, but not limited to; civil, piping, tankage, structural, pumps and drivers, electrical, instrument and control systems
- Have both onshore and offshore construction experience
- Experienced in resource control, contract management and general management
- Geology/petroleum engineering / geophysics relevant experience.
- Advanced knowledge of drilling practices and well logging operations.
- Strong geological and/ or reservoir engineer development background is beneficial.
- Extensive experience in operated ventures
| Soft: - Strong management & leadership skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills and multi-cultural sensitivity.
- Team player, with ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment and to integrate with other disciplines
- Ability to present results and issues, and to influence on decisions.
- Work collaboratively with all involved.
Technical: - Computer literate with expertise in MS Office.
- Ability to review and interpret designs, drawings & specifications
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