Job Openings at WTS Energy

JOB SUMMARY

• The Production Technologist (New Opportunity Development) - HLP will be responsible for production technology input to new opportunity development for production growth and asset optimization such as field development studies, new well development for oil/gas growth and produced water management. Their responsibilities will include conceptual well & completion design, field development studies, reservoir management/production optimization, and well operations support. They should also be able to seek out, adopt and implement cutting-edge technologies/strategies for well performance, monitoring and enhanced recovery.

Key Accountabilities

• Support the formulation of field development plans, including identifying key well management strategies and lifecycle well/reservoir surveillance and flow assurance requirements
• Production Technology input to proposals for new production growth opportunities, workovers and new wells. Actively participate in decisions on well targeting, well development and production strategies based on comprehensive data analysis
• Deliver conceptual well completion designs for new developments and support well engineering in delivering detailed well designs
• Ensure well completions are designed to maximize recovery while minimizing operational risks and costs
• Provide production technology input to completion programs and support well operations
• Responsible for new well/workover completion proposals development and approvals
• Responsible for new well start-up programs and subsequent handover to operations
• Provide input to Basis for Design for integrated projects
• Seek out, oversee and implement cutting-edge technologies and strategies for improved well performance, monitoring, and enhanced recovery

Qualification

• Bachelor’s in engineering or other related fields.
• 3-5 years of experience as a Production Technologist in the oil and gas industry, with a broad understanding of other E&P disciplines
• Working knowledge of completion design, well operations and flow assurance
• Working knowledge of well inflow/outflow modelling and enhancement
• Working Knowledge of sand control methods and sand management
• Working knowledge of well integrity management
• Experience of working within multidisciplinary teams on well, reservoir and facilities management. Previous experience of working on field development studies, integrated projects or production growth projects is an advantage
• Strong communication skills, with experience in presenting technical findings and recommendations to management and stakeholders
• Requisite Technical & Behavioural Skill
• Strong integrative and analytical thinking
• Effective cross-disciplinary communication
• Structured decision-making and commercial awareness
• Proactive, delivery-focused mindset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to evolving data

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Job Summary

• This HLP role provides development opportunities in reservoir performance analysis, reserves estimation, and field development planning. The successful candidate will join the Subsurface team and work closely with geoscientists, production engineers, and economists to support value-maximizing reservoir management decisions. The successful candidate will join a competent team of reservoir engineers responsible for championing reservoir management strategies to maximize the value of our oil and gas assets to both enhance hydrocarbon production and optimize field development (plans). He/she will mainly work in the Subsurface team and with the Petroleum Engineering Functions to address technical deliverables as assigned by the team leadership.

Key Accountabilities

• Contribute to work requiring the knowledge of the importance of proper fluid characterization and modelling.
• Demonstrate the knowledge of fluid flow (Fluid dynamics) in porous media and be able to differentiate between the different flow regimes in appropriate tasks.
• Apply the relationship between capillary pressure, relative permeability and reservoir performance in contributing to Reservoir Analysis.
• Reconcile and Quality Check input data for Reservoir Analysis (pressure, production, PVT, Hydrocarbons Initially in Place) and associated uncertainties.
• Identify and extract key reservoir surveillance data (pressure, WOR, GOR etc) from raw production data.
• Contribute knowledge of different forecasting methods and their best-case use.
• Mine, reconcile and collate reservoir data to aid further analyses.
• Good understanding of the principles of physics and thermodynamics

Qualification

• Minimum of B.Eng. (2nd Class upper) in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering or other related engineering degrees. Advanced degrees will be an added advantage.
• Mandatory NYSC discharge certificate.
• 3 – 5 years relevant experience
• Higher Degree is an advantage

Requisite Technical & Behavioural Skill

• Good eyes for details.
• Self-starter with strong capacity for multi-tasking.
• Good collaboration, relationship management, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication with people and presentation skills.
• Willingness to learn and take on challenges outside comfort zone.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office software packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Use industry-standard software (e.g., Eclipse, MBAL, Petrel RE, OFM) for modeling and analysis.
• Good work ethic, integrity, and commitment

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Job Summary

• This HLP role provides structured exposure to well servicing operations, including well interventions, integrity assurance, and routine/completion maintenance. The role is ideal for engineers early in their careers seeking to develop technical and operational competence in the planning and execution of well servicing activities across OML 30’s onshore assets.

Key Accountabilities

• Support planning and execution of well intervention operations such as slickline, coiled tubing, acidizing, and zonal isolation.
• Assist in well integrity diagnostics, annulus pressure monitoring, and development of remedial programs.
• Participate in field activities involving wellhead maintenance, surface equipment inspections, and wireline operations.
• Contribute to the development of well servicing programs, equipment lists, and operational procedures.
• Liaise with service contractors on work pack submissions and readiness for mobilization.
• Track and report well service job performance, including NPT analysis and lessons learned documentation.
• Assist in coordinating rigless interventions and supporting snubbing or hydraulic workover campaigns when required.
• Ensure job execution complies with HSSE requirements, well control standards, and company policies.
• Maintain records of well history, intervention data, and equipment usage for technical and regulatory reporting.

Skills and Competencies

• Basic knowledge of well intervention tools and techniques (e.g., slickline, braided line, coiled tubing).
• Familiarity with wellhead equipment and pressure control systems.
• Understanding of well integrity principles, zonal isolation, and completion string components.
• Ability to read well schematics and interpret well history data.
• Coordination skills for interfacing with contractors and field personnel.
• Working knowledge of PTW systems, job hazard analysis, and field safety procedures.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools.

Qualification

• B.Eng. in Petroleum, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant work experience in well operations, well servicing, or production engineering.
• IWCF Well Intervention Pressure Control certification is an advantage.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Willingness to work in field locations on a rotational basis and support emergency well servicing needs.

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Job Summary

• This HLP role provides a structured exposure to well planning, drilling operations, and well integrity management. The successful candidate will work with the Drilling & Completions team and gain field and office experience in delivering safe, efficient, and cost-effective wells for OML30's onshore operations.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist in the preparation of well designs, drilling programs, and time/cost estimates.
• Support daily drilling operations, including monitoring performance and managing drilling records.

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Job Summary

• This HLP role provides technical support to pipeline and flowline integrity management, maintenance planning, and emergency response coordination within OML 30’s onshore operations. The position is ideal for early-career engineers looking to deepen their experience in pipeline systems, corrosion monitoring, and field execution of pipeline-related activities, while supporting engineering, HSSE, and community interface processes.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist in maintenance planning and troubleshooting of rotating machinery.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify efficiency losses.
• Support vibration analysis, thermography, and condition-based maintenance.
• Participate in RCA (root cause analysis) for mechanical failures.
• Assist in managing spare parts inventory and equipment records.
• Interface with OEM vendors and contractors during major repairs or overhauls.
• Contribute to reliability improvement projects and HSE compliance.
• Skills and Competences
• Knowledge of rotating equipment operation and maintenance
• Basic vibration and thermal analysis
• Mechanical failure diagnostics
• Condition monitoring tools and techniques
• Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA)
• Understanding of mechanical seals, bearings, and alignment procedures

Qualification

• B.Eng. in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in plant or oil & gas field equipment.
• COREN or NSE membership preferred.
• Field readiness and attention to detail essential.

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Job Summary

• This HLP role is designed to provide structured exposure to project execution activities across engineering design, construction, procurement, and commissioning in an onshore upstream oil and gas environment. The successful candidate will support the Engineering & Projects team in the delivery of capital and brownfield projects, gaining broad experience across the project lifecycle with a focus on safety, quality, cost, and schedule

Key Accountabilities

• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of engineering projects from design to commissioning stages.
• Assist in preparing engineering design documentation, project schedules, work breakdown structures (WBS), and cost estimates.
• Participate in design reviews, technical evaluations, and contractor/vendor assessments.
• Track project progress, prepare weekly/monthly status reports, and support cost and schedule performance analysis.
• Contribute to the development of project execution plans, HSE interface documents, quality assurance plans, and risk registers.
• Assist in tender preparation, bid evaluations, and contract award recommendations.
• Liaise with internal disciplines (e.g., facilities, maintenance, production) and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on project delivery.
• Monitor contractor performance and compliance with company standards and Nigerian regulatory requirements.
• Support construction activities, site inspections, and commissioning operations as required.
• Ensure documentation and record-keeping for technical handover and project close-out.

Skills and Competences

• Basic understanding of oil & gas facility design, construction, and commissioning.
• Knowledge of engineering documentation (P&IDs, GA drawings, data sheets).
• Familiarity with project controls tools and techniques including cost and schedule tracking.
• Competence in MS Office Suite; exposure to MS Project or Primavera P6 is an added advantage.
• Good communication and reporting skills; ability to interface with contractors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Awareness of HSE requirements in project delivery.
• Ability to work independently under supervision and contribute in a team setting.

Qualification

• B.Sc./B.Eng. in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Chemical, or Petroleum Engineering from a recognized university.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in engineering or project execution within the oil & gas or related industrial sector.
• Membership or eligibility for registration with COREN or a professional engineering institution is an added advantage.
• Willingness to work in both field and office locations as project demands require.

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Job Summary

• This HLP role is designed to provide hands-on field and office-based exposure to well optimization, production surveillance, and operational support, with the goal of developing the successful candidate into a rounded production technologist. In this role within the Production Engineering team, the candidate will be introduced to the fundamentals of Production Engineering in the Oil and Gas industry.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist in monitoring and analysing production performance of wells, flowlines, and facilities across OML-30 mature onshore fields.
• Support production optimization activities, including artificial lift design (e.g., gas lift), well interventions, and stimulation campaigns.
• Participate in field operations, well testing, and troubleshooting of production upsets and equipment failures.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (reservoir, drilling, surface operations, HSE) to enhance production efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Use petroleum engineering software (e.g., Prosper, GAP, WellFlo, OFM, WellView) to model and diagnose well and system behaviours.
• Collect, validate, and interpret field production data for performance reporting and decision-making.
• Contribute to workover and recompletion planning and assist in cost estimation and technical justification.
• Ensure all work complies with NUPRC regulations, company policies, and HSE standards.

Skills and Competences

• Reservoir Performance Analysis
• Production-Rate-Decline Curves Analysis
• Inflow/Outflow Performance
• Choke Performance and Well Performance History
• Basic knowledge of Formation Evaluation
• Fundamentals of Gas Lift Valves and String Design
• Pressure Transient Analysis
• Basic Knowledge of Drilling and Completions Engineering
• Working Knowledge of Production Economics
• HSE considerations in well management and completion

Qualification

• B.Eng. in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field from an accredited university.
• Registered or eligible for registration with COREN or NSE as an Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T).
• 3 - 5 years of relevant work experience (internship or NYSC in the Oil & Gas sector is advantageous).
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with attention to detail and safety-conscious mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite of Software and technical software. Exposure to oilfield databases or SCADA systems is a plus.
• Willingness to travel to remote field locations within the Niger Delta for hands-on well-related activities.

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Job Summary

• This HLP role provides hands-on exposure to subsurface mapping, well correlation, and field development activities, aimed at developing the candidate into a competent production geologist. Working within a multidisciplinary team, the candidate will support reservoir characterization and contribute to maximizing recovery from OML-30’s mature assets. The successful candidate will join a competent team of geoscientists responsible for subsurface interpretation, to maximize the value of our oil and gas assets to both enhance hydrocarbon production and optimize field development (plans). He/she will mainly work in the Subsurface team and with the Petroleum Engineering Functions to address technical deliverables as assigned by the team leadership.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist in generating structural and stratigraphic maps to support reservoir models and development plans.
• Integrate well logs, core data, and seismic interpretations to define reservoir architecture.
• Participate in well planning, including geological prognosis and real-time monitoring during drilling.
• Collaborate with reservoir engineers and petrophysicists to support volumetric estimation and recovery factor evaluations.
• Monitor production trends in relation to geological heterogeneity and reservoir continuity.
• Maintain and update geologic databases and subsurface models using industry-standard software (e.g., Petrel, Kingdom).
• Support the preparation of field development plans and reserves reviews.
• Ensure data management practices comply with regulatory and HSE standards.

Skills and Competences

• Reservoir and structural geology interpretation
• Well log correlation and facies analysis
• Basic seismic interpretation and fault mapping
• Volumetric calculations and reservoir partitioning
• Knowledge of well planning and geosteering support
• Proficiency in Petrel, Techlog, or similar software
• Familiarity with production geoscience workflows

Qualification

• B.Sc. at 2nd Class upper division in Geology, Geophysics, or Geosciences or related field from an accredited university. M. Sc. is an advantage
• Mandatory NYSC discharge certificate
• 3 – 5 years of relevant work experience (including internship & NYSC in the Oil & Gas sector is advantageous).
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with attention to detail and safety-conscious mindset.
• Willingness to travel to remote field locations within the Niger Delta for hands on drilling related activities.

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Job Summary

• This HLP role provides technical support to pipeline and flowline integrity management, maintenance planning, and emergency response coordination within OML 30’s onshore operations. The position is ideal for early-career engineers looking to deepen their experience in pipeline systems, corrosion monitoring, and field execution of pipeline-related activities, while supporting engineering, HSSE, and community interface processes.

Key Accountabilities

• Support inspection, monitoring, and reporting of pipeline/TFP parameters, including pressure and cathodic protection readings.
• Assist in planning and coordinating pipeline integrity programs, including pigging, leak detection, sectional replacements, and statutory inspections.
• Provide engineering support for field activities such as emergency leak repairs, valve isolations, manifold operations, and hydrotesting.
• Liaise with contractors for submission of work packs and documentation in line with permit-to-work (PTW) requirements.
• Participate in site readiness inspections, contractor kick-off meetings, and equipment/material audits in coordination with HSSE and security teams.
• Track pipeline-related work activities and support documentation of site interventions, including daily updates and incident investigations.
• Maintain historical records of valve operations, inspections, pipeline failures, and repair strategies.
• Support preparation of annual work plans for statutory pipeline maintenance and regulatory inspections.
• Interface with community liaison teams during field execution to manage local sensitivities and support smooth operations.
• Ensure all work complies with internal engineering standards, industry best practices, and regulatory (NUPRC) requirements.

Skills and Competences

• Strong foundational knowledge of pipeline operations, pigging, and corrosion prevention (e.g., cathodic protection).
• Understanding of P&IDs, pipeline schematics, and isolation procedures.
• Familiarity with leak detection, repair techniques, and pipeline integrity monitoring.
• Effective coordination skills with contractors, vendors, and community stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of PTW systems, HSE practices, and regulatory frameworks.
• Technical reporting, incident documentation, and field data tracking.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); AutoCAD familiarity is a plus.

Qualification

• B.Eng. in Mechanical, Petroleum, or related Engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in pipeline engineering, maintenance, or operations support within the oil & gas sector.
• COREN registration or eligibility preferred.
• Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and communication skills.
• Willingness to work in field locations and support emergency call-outs as required.

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Job Summary

• This HLP role provides hands-on exposure to formation evaluation workflows, core-log integration, and reservoir property modelling to build expertise as a Petrophysicist. The successful candidate will join a competent team of petrophysicists responsible for integrating multidisciplinary data to generate and mature near-, mid- and long-term oil adding opportunities. He/she will work in the Subsurface team and with other Petroleum Engineering Functions to address technical deliverables as assigned by the team leadership.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist in log data mining, reconciliation, quality check and collation to aid further Petrophysical and Petroleum Engineering analyses.
• Assist in log processing, interpretation, and evaluation to determine key reservoir properties such as porosity, permeability, water saturation, etc.
• Contribute to the integrated analysis of well logs, core data, and other geological data/information to evaluate hydrocarbon potential and reservoir characteristics.
• Assist in the preparation of petrophysical reports, presentations, and data summaries. Maintain organized petrophysical database.
• Actively participate in multidisciplinary well, reservoir and facilities management (WRFM), and wells surveillance review sessions.

Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree at 2nd Class Upper division, in Engineering, Physical Sciences or other related courses.
• 3-5 years relevant experience in Engineering, Geoscience, or other related disciplines.
• Mandatory NYSC discharge certificate
• Higher degree is an advantage
• Requisite Technical & Behavioural Skill
• Good technical, analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills.
• Good collaboration, relationship management and interpersonal skills.
• Solid foundation in mathematics, physics, and data analysis.
• Self-starter with strong capacity for multi-tasking.
• Effective oral and written communication, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrable intelligence and quick learning potential.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.).
• Use of software tools such as Techlog, IP, and Geolog
• Good knowledge of the principles and Laws of Physics

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Job Summary

• This HLP role supports field and office activities related to hydrocarbon measurement, meter calibration, and data assurance. The candidate will gain hands-on experience with flow measurement technologies, supporting production allocation and regulatory compliance.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist in the maintenance and calibration of flow meters, pressure sensors, and level gauges.
• Support metering system troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• Validate production and injection data for daily reporting and allocation.
• Participate in well testing operations and ensure data integrity.
• Interface with operations, instrumentation, and production accounting teams.
• Assist in maintaining measurement systems documentation and audits.
• Contribute to NUPRC reporting and metering compliance requirements.

Skills and Competences

• Knowledge of relevant measurement systems
• Familiarity with SCADA and data acquisition systems
• Calibration and uncertainty analysis
• Flow measurement and allocation concepts
• Use of PVT and test separator data
• Technical documentation and QA/QC
• Basic instrumentation and controls knowledge

Qualification

• B.Eng. in Mechanical, Electrical, or Petroleum Engineering.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in field operations or measurement roles.
• COREN registration is an advantage.
• Strong documentation and analytical skills.
• Safety-conscious with willingness to work in field environments.

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Job Summary

• This role is designed to support the procurement of wells engineering, drilling, subsurface equipment, fabrication, rotating equipment, and services across our production and project assets.
• The successful candidate will contribute to category strategy execution, support procurement and contract processes, and work closely with internal stakeholders to meet business needs in line with company procurement policies and procedures. This role is designed for early-career professionals with 3–5 years of experience in technical buying within the oil and gas or related engineering industries.

Key Accountabilities

Category Management

• Support the development and implementation of category strategies for wells engineering, drilling, subsurface equipment, fabrication, rotating equipment, and related services.
• Conduct basic market research and vendor analysis to identify sourcing opportunities and risks.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather business needs and technical specifications for effective category planning.

Contract Management

• Assist in the preparation, negotiation, and administration of supplier contracts.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and support the resolution of performance issues.
• Maintain proper documentation and tracking for contract execution, renewals, and performance monitoring.

Procurement

• Manage procurement activities for assigned technical categories in accordance with approved procedures and strategies.
• Ensure all procurement processes are compliant with company policies and internal controls.
• Provide support for tender evaluations, vendor selection, and issuance of purchase orders.

Buying Responsibilities

• Execute purchases of approved technical equipment and services in line with category strategies and specifications.
• Negotiate delivery timelines and pricing within defined parameters.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of purchase requisitions and order confirmations.

Compliance and Governance

• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, ethics, and regulatory requirements in all procurement activities.
• Monitor procurement performance indicators and contribute to reporting processes.
• Identify and escalate any risks or compliance gaps observed during the procurement process.

Skills and Competences

• Sound understanding of procurement principles and best practices.
• Good analytical, contract administration, and vendor management skills.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and support buying of engineered products or services.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency in project management tools (such as Primavera, Smart Sheets)
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Ariba, or similar.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Awareness of Nigerian procurement regulations, incoterms, and statutory deductions.
• Commitment to compliance, integrity, and continuous learning in procurement.

Qualification

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related technical field.
• Professional Certifications (Desirable)
• Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) certification (Level 2–3) or equivalent.
• Basic technical or project management certification is an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in procurement, contracts, or technical buying roles.
• Exposure to sourcing, buying, or vendor management for engineering services, equipment, or oil and gas materials.
• Hands-on experience with ERP procurement tools and document handling.