senior geologist

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 11/10/2019

· Plan and drive exploration geological studies, specifically focused onthe update of the conventional portfolio, and tight and deep oil & gasreservoir play maturation. This includes well log interpretations in closecooperation with the Petrophysicists, well log correlations, preparation ofregional reservoir property maps, play maps, prospect maps and other maps,regional play evaluations, prospect ranking and maturation studies, basinanalysis and geochemical studies, exploration well proposals, proposals forsnapshots, volumetric assessments, etc., all in full cooperation with otherdisciplines and integrating all petroleum engineering, geological and welldata.

· Propose and justify data gathering activities such as the acquisition ofcores, pressure measurements and wireline logs in exploration wells andsnapshots or seismic or other geophysical data.This includes proposals for deepening of development wells to explorethe hydrocarbon potential of deeper horizons and tight oil reservoirs.

· Define contracted conventional and special core analysis related toreservoir geology. This includes defining scope of the analysis requirements,preparing specifications, evaluating bids and recommending final award andcontract features as assigned.

· Ensure contractors' compliance with contract terms and schedules andmonitors progress and performance through regular activity reports.

· Liaise with suppliers of geological software, staying up-to-date with thelatest software developments and new technologies which are of potential valueto the Unit and to attend conferences, seminars and to review technicalperiodicals.

· Develop regular management reports such as the weekly highlights, weeklyaction points, daily exploration well drilling reports, etc.

· Recommend the acquisition of new software and hardware related toexploration geology. Participate in the preparation of justifications for theseacquisitions.

Geological Prognosis& Well Programs

· Prepare geological prognosis and ensure well programs for drilling from'spud in' stage to final completion are in line with the Company's objectivesand carries out regular follow-up to ensure these are implemented effectively.

· Plan and supervise the execution to evaluate full field potential.Coordinate well block research and evaluation, supervise geological operationsto collection data in order to build up a full picture of each well, itspotential and to carry out such analysis. Compile studies, analyze and developreports presenting a full analytical picture of all areas of the filed.

· Coordinate data basis for Geological & Geophysical studies to enhanceunderstanding of exploration prospects. Plan and lead highly specializedstudies; prepare scope of work; recommend assignment of work to Company orconsultant specialists; participate and monitor and follow up on such studiesensuring alignment with approved scope of work.

· Contribute to develop Company's short and long term exploration plans andprograms.

· Ensure timely and accurate delivery of comprehensive geologicalinformation for well programme preparation from 'spudding in' to the completionof all well activities including, incorporate tools required to geo-steeringand monitors wells while being drilled, predict target depths (i.e. coring,casing/liner, logging and landing and total depths), compiling geological datasheet, well profile and drilling progress chart for each well.

· Co-ordinate and supervise coring and logging operations includingmobilization of coring and mud logging crew and equipment. Ensure throughcompany drilling representatives and service contractor's personnel that thegeological prognosis and well objectives are fully implemented and completed.

· Prepares geological prognosis and identifies geological uncertainties.Participates in Well planning considerable judgment in preparing geologicaldrilling programs

Supervision

· Plan, supervise and coordinate all activities in the assigned area tomeet functional objectives.

· Train and develop the assigned staff on relevant skills to enable them tobecome proficient on the job and deliver the respective section objectives.

Budgets

· Provide input for preparation of the functional budgets and assist in theimplementation of the approved Budget and work plans to deliver Sectionobjectives.

· Investigate and highlight any significant variances to support effectiveperformance and cost control.

· Implement approved Department policies, processes, systems, standards andprocedures in order to support execution of the Department work programs inline with Company and International standards.

Performance Management

· Contribute to the achievement of the approved Performance Objectives forthe function in line with the Company Performance framework.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

· Design and implement new tools and techniques to improve the quality andefficiency of operational processes.

· Identify improvements in internal processes against best practices inpursuit of greater efficiency in line with best Industry standards in order todefine intelligent solutions for issues confronting the function.

Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability

· Comply with relevant HSE policies, procedures & controls andapplicable legislation and sustainability guidelines in line with internationalstandards, best practices and client Code of Practices.

Reports

· Provide inputs to prepare Section MIS and progress reports for CompanyManagement.

Minimum Qualification
•Bachelor Degree in Geology. Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills
•10 years of experience in Geological work in an oil & gas industry.