Engineering - Production Technologist III at Scruples Resources

Overall Purpose of the Role

• Lead and oversee the efficient coordination of well completion designs and execution, wells, reservoir & facility (WRFM) management, production system optimisation, and multi-discipline development projects in alignment with Seplat’s requirements. Utilise World Class Hydrocarbon Maturation and Well Delivery and Intervention Processes to drive the achievement of deliverables and optimise Oil and Gas recovery.
• Significantly contribute to high-quality reservoir development studies (RDS), field development plans (FDP), and other focused studies undertaken within the integrated team.
• Drive the identification and maturation of production improvement opportunities including thegeneration, coordination and delivery of the work proposals and approval processes. Collaborate closely with Reservoir Engineers, Petrophysicists, Production Geologists and Process Engineers to conductProduction System Optimisation studies.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to the Production Technologists, fostering their professional growthand development.
• The primary objective is to drive value creation in Seplat’s resource base and cultivate a culture ofcontinuous skills development.

Principal Accountabilities

• Coordinate well performance modelling, sand production prediction, sand control design/selection, upper completion design, perforation design, artificial lift design and smart well design for both oil and gas wells.
• Collaborate effectively within an integrated study team, either as a member or a team lead, to mature opportunities.
• Contribute valuable insights as a PT to inform the field development plans, well drilling and workover proposals.
• The ultimate aim is to extract hydrocarbons optimally and profitably from the Assets, demonstrating strong leadership and maximizing operational success.
• Coordinate and lead execution of WRFM activities (including routine surveillance and weekly/monthly/ annual reviews), well integrity management activities and production system optimisation activities (including IPSM modelling) in line with Seplat Guidelines and implement appropriate actions within the assigned fields.
• Make appropriate decisions as/when necessary to safeguard the assets and protect the reputation of the company.
• Drive the short-term production performance review and well/field technical potential forecast (including monthly and 90-day IPSC/well potentials) to ensure maximum reserves recovery in accordance with reservoir management policies and sound reservoir engineering practices.
• Drive the identification and evaluation of short-term oil and gas opportunities for ranking in the business planning processes.
• Take a proactive role in advancing the maturation of these short-term oil and gas opportunities within the Asset Team, ensuring strategic alignment, and maximising their potential value.
• Lead the management of flow assurance throughout the lifecycle of completed wells in the Assets.
• Provide proactive leadership by incorporating effective mitigation strategies into production optimisation plans, thereby safeguarding operational efficiency, and maximising productivity.
• Coordinate generation of proposals and execution of remediation activities for wells with flow assurance challenges.
• Lead the process of problem wells identification and remediation, including:
• Identification of candidate wells with near-wellbore damage that require chemical stimulations (such as acid or hydraulic stimulations) and designing appropriate treatment plans. Provide the expertise to monitor the execution of the stimulation operations and evaluations of the results.
• Identification of water or gas shut-off candidate wells and development treatment strategies involving mechanical and/or chemical interventions. Supervise the operations closely and conduct thorough valuations of the outcomes.
• Identification of wells that require additional and/or (re)perforation due to high mechanical skin, the design and execution of operations including gun selection and drawdown requirements. Continuously monitor the operations and evaluate the results.
• By assuming these responsibilities, effectively drive the optimisation of well interventions, maximise operational successes, and ensure continuous improvement in the performance and productivity of the wells.
• As the lead PT, coordinate the generation of comprehensive activity proposals for the identified operations and secure the necessary regulatory and partner approvals. These proposals should encompass economic justifications, functional designs, and detailed program outlines. Exercise strategic acumen in evaluation the potential economic benefits and effectively communicate the value proposition. Demonstrate strong leadership by ensuring the proposals align organisational goals and priorities, driving successful implementation and delivering tangible results.

Collaborate with other disciplines to:

• Generate well/reservoir surveillance plans, identify, and obtain key data incorporating same into the asset surveillance plan.
• Identify routine and non-routine data gathering requirements
• Identify wells that are not performing up to expectations and reviewing various options to enhance inflow performance. Utilise analytical insights and technical expertise to explore and implement strategies for improving the productivity and efficiency of these wells.
• Generate activity proposals for surveillance operations, which contain the economic justification, functional design and outline the associated programmes
• Maintain robust and accurate data management system including Electronic Well Books (or its equivalent in a database) that is updated annually with the relevant historic static and dynamic data for the fields, wells, drainage points, reservoirs, flow stations and surface infrastructure data.
• Through proactive assessment, strategic decision-making, and targeted interventions, drive operational excellence and continuous improvement in well performance, optimising overall production and contributing to the long-term success of the organisation.
• Proactively engage with JV partners on annual work plan activities, budget planning, performance reviews, quarterly management reviews, field reviews, reservoir reviews, and other partner engagements as required by the team. Lead engagements with regulators on field performance reviews, well test reviews, and TAR discussions, thereby contributing to the overall success of the organization and enhancing the company's reputation among stakeholders.
• Proactively engage with regulators to secure the required approvals for planned operations, well drilling and completion proposals, and new technology deployment initiatives. Collaborate with service providers and cross-functional teams to identify, evaluate, and implement appropriate technologies that unlock asset opportunities in a cost-effective manner. Through these efforts, contribute to the delivery of cost-efficient, value-adding opportunities and enhance the company's financial performance.
• Carry out other related duties as assigned, including assisting in the preparation and presentation of technical papers to Company management and key stakeholders.
• Foster strong working relationships with the field staff, maintaining a close connection to ensure field-related tasks are executed efficiently. Proactively identify and address any issues or challenges that arise, ensuring timely resolution and minimal operational disruptions.
• Proactively engage with internal and external stakeholders, promoting knowledge sharing and facilitating effective problem-solving. Through these engagements, contribute to the overall success of the organisation and enhance the company's reputation among stakeholders.
• The Senior Production Technologist plays a crucial role in the technical maturation of a broad portfolio of opportunities. The primary objective is to identify, evaluate, and develop economically attractive opportunities for ranking and drilling, with the ultimate goal of improving production performance and maximizing asset value.
• Leading the management of the Production System, the Senior PT holds responsibility for bringing hydrocarbons to the surface and ensuring the integrity of the producing systems. While not directly controlling budgets, the position significantly influences the cost of well designs, completions, and the execution of activities, which can involve substantial financial resources.
• The role encompasses a wide range of activities, including the supervision and coaching of Associate PTs and PTs to foster their professional growth and development, thereby establishing a strong foundation for future leadership; development of standards and procedures; integrated petroleum engineering studies; oversight of well and completions design and execution; effective well and reservoir management; coordination of well site operations and services; production operations; cost control; and participation in new business developments.
• By demonstrating effective leadership, strategic decision-making, and technical expertise, the Senior PT plays a pivotal role in optimising operations, ensuring cost efficiency, maintaining high-quality standards, and driving the success and growth of the organisation.

Additional Information
Job Context and Challenges:

• The role requires integration of studies, site operations, services, production operations, reservoir management, well integrity management and cost control. Its central challenge is coordinating these interfaces across WRFM plans and execution oversight, field development plans, completion design and execution oversight, intervention planning and execution oversight, data acquisition and management, coaching, production surveillance, new technology deployment and new business development.

Special Challenges:

• Ready availability of data will be a challenge. The incumbent should be able to make use of large volumes of digital and hard copy data stored on multiple platforms and filing systems distributed across numerous locations. Data management and quality control will continue to demand significant attention from staff in the foreseeable future to build an auditable portfolio of prospects.
• Success requires close co-operation with Well Engineering and Production (asset) teams, Corporate and Regional service providers, and third-party contractors in both face-to-face and virtual teams.
• Excellent interpersonal skills will be necessary to ensure that technical quality in the team is maintained at a high level, junior team members are effectively coached, and communication is optimised with both internal and external stakeholders.
• The business cycle may require working long or unusual hours during peak periods.

Job Knowledge and Qualifications

• As a Senior Production Technologist, the incumbent should have a broad understanding of other E&P disciplines and skills in all key Production Technologist specialties.
• A University Degree in Engineering or equivalent with 9–11 years relevant experience, including a minimum of 9 years PT work experience in an operating company.

Skills in the following:

• HSE considerations in well management and completion operations
• Well Modelling & Performance Analysis
• Artificial Lift design and Optimization
• Well Integrity Management and Determining Well Operating Envelope
• Planning and Design of Well Intervention activities
• Well Design and Completions (including Smart Completions)
• Completion design and supervision
• Oil well cementing and Drill-in fluids
• Knowledge in Production Chemistry and Production Operations
• Coaching/Mentoring

Relationship:

• Internal - Work with Engineering, Production, Drilling and Completion, HSE, Community, Legal, HR and Logistics to coordinate technical studies, activity planning and execution, assurance, field support and capability development within each function’s remit.
• External - Engage NEPL, NUIMS, NUPRC, JV partners, contractors and investors, as relevant to the role. Coordinate work-plan and proposal approval discussions with the applicable partner and regulatory stakeholders, and cost negotiations and training arrangements with relevant service providers.