Planning Engineer at Amaiden Energy Nigeria

DESCRIPTION

SERVICE DIMENSIONS

• Analyse technical documents and other documentation to develop a project Schedule adapted to optimising Drilling &Well operations.
•  key player in developing, maintaining, and managing the planning schedules from conceptual to completion for Drilling & Well operations.
• Prepares and reviews KPIs and Performance Indices for Drilling & Well Activities, Inspection, QAQC and Material
  Management (Handling, Storage Optimisation).
•  Assist the operations teams and to prepare in close collaboration with other entities (GSR, C&P, ECP, Planning,Project team, Finance etc.) medium to longterm drilling plans to achieve safe and cost-effective operations.
•  Coordinate with the Engineering / Operations/Project team(s) to ensure that work schedules are followed up, met and capture feedback to improve the planning and scheduling process
•  Liaise with Superintendent & various sites on resources (accommodation, transportation etc) needs/availability, for
  issuing out the periodic look ahead validation plan (5 Week Lookahead, 4 months Look ahead etc)
•  Assist in supervising schedule development, monitoring, progress status and reporting
• Supports the Manager, Methods and Performance in ensuring the optimal support to Drilling & Well Operations (Rigbased, SEWOP, Barge and Rigless operations).
•  Contribute to lessons learnt in relation to schedule preparation

ACTIVITIES

Co-ordination

• Spearheads the preparation, planning, optimization, and follow-up of Plans and Schedules for Drilling and well operations
• Works with other engineers and supervisors, shares experience and best practices, initiates and reviews documents, and provides constructive feedback.
• It is a key player in the digital transformation roadmap for the drilling and Wells metier in the affiliate.
• Contributes to the LEAN, cost rationalization, and continuous improvement culture within the Methods and Performance Team.

Organisation

• Liaises with Drilling & Wells teams, GSR, Well Performance, Techlog, relevant entities and Contractors to ensure various plans and resources are captured and integrated into the Drilling & Wells Planning / Schedules to ensure that tasks are delivered on time and as planned
•  Ability to work on his/her own initiative with minimium supervision, working to meet deadlines, high degree of organisational ability, and an effective communicator with contacts at all levels.

Technical

• Good knowledge of Data Analysis Tools & Methods, Communication (oral & written) and Presentation skills.
• Experience with Planning and Project Management software and similar digital tools: Primavera©(version 3 or higher), MS project©, Microsoft office Suite© etc
• Has good knowledge of all Drilling & Wells functions i.e., Drilling, Completions, Intervention, Well Integrity and Fluids
• Has good knowledge of Company referential, industry standards and best practices required to achieve good objectives in a safe and optimum manner
• Proposes new ideas and innovations to improve well performance,  well operations performance, and reduce risk and/or cost. Conduct studies to establish benchmarks and improve performance.
• Participate in the sharing of professional experience through REX

JOB REQUIREMENT

•  A degree in the sciences or Engineering
• Minimum of 3-5 years relevant technical experience with Well engineering roles
•  Prior Project Planning / Scheduling / Interface management experience (desirable)
•  Good knowledge of Data Analysis Tools & Methods, Communication (oral & written) and Presentation skills.
•  Experience with Planning and Project Management software and similar digital tools: Primavera©(version 3 or higher),MS project©, Microsoft office Suite© etc
• Good knowledge drilling engineering/ operations, completion engineering, well interventions and well integrity.
•  Good knowledge of the Company rules, Guides and Manuals, General Specifications and the CMS related to Drilling and Wells, Safety, QA/QC and associated metiers
• Well-developed written/verbal communication skills with ability to interface effectively with different team members
  (internal and external to the Drilling & Wells Metier) at all levels and across multiple functions Strong work ethic and commitment
•  Good knowledge of Relevant Regulatory Authorities and Agencies in the Oil and Gas space in Nigeria and Internationally.