Senior Synthesis Geologist, AOBO GSR at Amaiden Energy Nigeria

Job Type: Contracts  
Job Nature: Standard

Service Purpose
The responsibilities of the AOBO Synthesis Geologist are:

• To follow-up on all Operators Geological interpretation to defend Client’s position on all work program activities at the best cost.
• To perform proper follow-up of the Operators’ drilling activities and Geology studies.
• To prepare validation dossiers, under the supervision of the AOBO 2G Manager, for internal approvals,
• To carry out key reporting exercises (weekly, monthly, modelling, drilling, EoW, etc.) for AOBO assets.

Activities
Follow-up of Operators Geology Activities:

• Review, comment and monitor from a Geology standpoint all Operators’ projects and work programs.
• Monitoring operators’ operations to ensure drilling and safety success stays within approved budget.
• Contribute to development well placement reviews to ensure wells are optimally placed, safely drilled and expected well production/injection targets are achieved.
• Contribute to optimising well data acquisition programs through Partners’ workshops or emails.
• Participate in Unitisation activities (2G studies, Budget proposal/performance reviews).
• Participate at Technical Meetings with Operators & Partners.
• Develop communication avenues with your counterpart Geologists Follow-up of Operators Geology Activities
• Update the weekly and monthly activities report (+KPI) and participate in the weekly activities meeting.
• Maintain an organized data filing system

2G Studies:

• Contribute to 2G studies through verification of the quality and reliability of field evaluations using geological models to improve field understanding and ensure reliable estimation of hydrocarbon in-place volumes.
• Play active role in project’s sanction processes (Review of Operators Petrel Models, In-house Quality Reviews, Revue-Gis). Communicate with in-house Geoscience specialist (petrophysics, AVO and ISS) to ensure input to operators’ model is adequate.
• Ensure only Client validated interpretation is communicated with partners and operators.

Data Management:

• Assist the AOBO 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.

Others:

• As part of the follow-up of Operators’ drilling activities; interface with Client drilling entity when necessary, specially to ensure the operator has met our internal safety requirements. Share drilling and completions programs with Client drilling.
• Stand in for the 2G Manager at internal or external meetings when required.
• Promote HSE in line with Client's policies and attend all required compliance trainings.
• Ensure medical cards are up to date by attending the annual medical set up by the company

Accountabilities

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

Job Requirements

• Degree in Geosciences (B.Sc., M.Sc. or equivalent)
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in 2G disciplines, with Geology as the principal one.
• Some experience in both Operations and 2G Studies.
• Good supervisory, presentation, communication, team leadership skills
• Fluency in English is highly desirable