Senior Reservoir Geophysicist at Amaiden Energy Nigeria

Category: Others  
Job Type: Contracts  
Job Nature: Standard

Service Purpose
The responsibilities of the AOBO Senior Reservoir Geophysicist are:

• To follow-up on all Operators Geophysical interpretation to defend Client’s position on all work program activities at the best cost.
• To perform in-house studies in order to be in the position to challenge/evaluate and validate the operators results and work program
• To prepare validation dossiers, under the supervision of the AOBO 2G Manager, for internal approvals and RevGis.
• To carry out the realization of AOBO assets’ key reporting for seismic and other exploration activities (weekly, monthly, seismic, EoW, etc.).

Activities:

• Follow-up of Operators’ Geophysics Activities
• Participate at Technical Meetings with Operators & Partners.
• Challenge operators’ interpretations when necessary to ensure well placement optimization through independent in-house studies
• Review operators’ presentations to ensure that all geophysical information is valid and project details are accurately captured with regards to Geophysics.
• Develop communication avenues with counterpart Geophysicists
• Ensure that all geophysical/ geological risks associated with projects presented by the Operators are clearly evaluated and conveyed in time to influence investment decisions.
• Represent the 2G in technical meetings/workshops with partners/operators and ensure relation with them in the field of exploration, development and reservoir geophysics.

Seismic Interpretation and 2G Studies:

• Perform an independent interpretation of seismic data, following in-house rules and methods in support of key AOBO projects. Provide reliable interpretation of 3D data to improve field understanding, optimize production and assess additional field development.
• Provide the structural and sedimentological inputs for 2G static models/evaluations to ensure a reliable estimation of the field oil and gas in place.
• Study the available 4D data, taking into account the dynamic production data, in order to evaluate the infill opportunities.
• Ensure the calibration, analysis, interpretation and synthesis of all available geophysical and geological data.
• Validate data (whether or not geophysical) used as input in interpretation.
• Participate in project’s sanction processes (Review Operators’ Models, In-house QRs, RevGis).
• Communicate with in-house specialists (petrophysics, AVO, ISS) to ensure adequate inputs to 2G models.
• Ensure Client validated interpretation is communicated with partners and operators.
• Update the weekly and monthly activities report (+KPI) and participate in the weekly activities meeting
• Maintain an organized data filing system.
• Assist the 2G Manager in requesting & collecting subsurface data from operators (seismic cubes, logs, geological models), and ensure an up to date 2G database for easy reference.
• Interact with ARCGIS team.

 Others:

• Prepare and present results to L+1 & L+2, Client Geoscience Métiers and HQ for validation.
• Interact effectively with the Geologist in the team to develop petrel skills when work schedule permits.
• Stand in for the AOBO 2G Manager at internal or external meetings when required.
• Promote HSE in line with Client’s policies and ensure all HSE rules are adhered to.

Accountabilities

• Respect Company’s Policies and Code of Conduct.
• Quality and accuracy of technical data are essential.
• Provide Geophysics analysis for AOBO decisions to create the best value for Client.
• Establish good working relationship with HQ, Operators, partners and NAPIMS for mutual benefits.
• Contribute to Total’s good reputation (technical and otherwise) through technical proficiency and professional behaviour and development.
• Pro-active attitude during meetings with the operator.
• High level of autonomy and spirit of initiative.
• Timely reporting.
• Quality of presentation and reports.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Geosciences (M.Sc. or equivalent)
• Minimum of 12 years of experience with a strong 2G background
• Some experience in both Geophysics Operations
• Good supervisory, presentation, communication, team leadership skills
• Fluency in English/French is highly desirable.