Production Technologist at Shell Petroleum Development Company

ROLE PURPOSE

• Provide full‑spectrum Production Technology (PT) support to the Bonga North Asset, covering WRFM, well integrity, ARPR, LTRO, and pre‑DG1 studies.
• You will also contribute PT expertise to Erha/Erha North Asset (NOV) and support wider ADSSM Deepwater WRFM and hydrocarbon resource management activities.

Key Accountabilities

• Deliver high‑quality Production Technology input across WRFM, ARPR, LTRO and resource maturation activities.
• Support implementation of the WRFM processes including the Practice Table. Ensure that the global WRFM standards (including the Minimum Requirements) are implemented.
• Promote the application of appropriate new technology and techniques in enhancing production potential and reducing locked in potential.
• Plan and implement fit-for-purpose surveillance data acquisition, interpretation and management for production maximization and to meet statutory requirements.
• Drive the implementation of production system optimization activities based on WRFM global processes and minimum standards, including building integrated models (IPSM).
• Lead a structured review of wells (including closed-in wells) and reservoirs in the node to identify short term oil/gas generation opportunities or propose future use plan for the wells.
• Monitor and participate in milestone QA/QCs in accordance to DCAF requirements and ensure that the relevant technical assurance is completed for all disciplines that participate in WRFM
• Provide input to the resource volume and forecast data in the annual business plan, medium term and short-term activity plans.
• Support SEC, NNS and PRCS‑compliant resource volume estimation and reporting.
• Embed HSSE principles in all work activities.
• Foster strong integration and maintain productive working relationships with other disciplines and partners
• Provide strong leadership and effective coaching to team members to strengthen technical capability within the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Engineering or Science.
• Proven experience in completion design, artificial lift, sand control management, production enhancement & optimisation and well integrity management.
• Proficiency with Production Technology Software such as WePS, Prosper, IPSM, FIST, Stim2001, SPOT, WellCat. Knowledge of PI, Production Universe, OFM is an advantage.
• Strong experience preparing Production Technology input for WRFM, Well Integrity, well proposals (completion design, well operating envelope definition).
• Familiarity with well delivery activities (drilling, recompletions and workovers).
• Strong interpersonal skills, presentation skills, teamwork, and stakeholder management capability.
• Ability to integrate technical information and assess project risks to support quality investment decisions.
• Commitment to coaching team members and strengthening Production Technology capability.

KEY TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Well Inflow and Outflow Modeling
• Well Inflow and Outflow Enhancement
• Well and Completion Design
• Sand Management
• Well Intervention and Workover
• Well, Reservoir, and Facility Management
• Well Integrity Management