WTS Energy is a key player within a globally recognized energy and infrastructure conglomerate, specializing in providing a wide range of services to the oil and gas industry. As part of its expansion, WTS Energy is recruiting for the role of Senior Petrophysicist to join its dynamic team in Nigeria.
Position Overview
The Senior Petrophysicist will be an essential member of the team, responsible for driving reservoir characterization, development planning, and informed decision-making within our high-potential oil and gas fields. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth of the company and play a key role in the technical aspects of reservoir evaluation.
Key Responsibilities
Reservoir Evaluation and Characterization
The Senior Petrophysicist will be responsible for supervising the analysis and interpretation of well log data to evaluate critical reservoir properties, including porosity, permeability, and fluid saturation. This role involves integrating petrophysical data with geological, geophysical, and engineering datasets to build accurate reservoir models. Additionally, the position requires providing valuable insights into fluid dynamics and overall reservoir behavior, contributing to effective reservoir management strategies.
Data Integration and Interpretation
Leveraging advanced petrophysical software, the Senior Petrophysicist will process, analyze, and interpret logging and core data. The role requires ensuring the seamless integration of petrophysical data with seismic and production data, enhancing hydrocarbon recovery strategies and supporting reservoir management decisions.
Mentorship and Team Leadership
As a senior member of the team, the Senior Petrophysicist will provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior staff, fostering skill development and ensuring a high level of technical competence across the team. The role includes promoting a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence.
Well Planning and Execution
The Senior Petrophysicist will play an important role in well planning, offering petrophysical input during well completion and workover operations. The role will involve real-time decision-making during drilling and logging activities, evaluating the effectiveness of completion techniques, and suggesting optimization strategies.
Research and Innovation
Staying abreast of emerging technologies and advancements in petrophysics is crucial to this role. The Senior Petrophysicist will proactively identify new tools, methodologies, and innovative solutions to address challenges related to reservoir characterization.
Reporting and Documentation
The Senior Petrophysicist will prepare comprehensive reports and presentations based on petrophysical evaluations, ensuring all findings are well-documented and communicated to management and stakeholders. Maintaining accurate records of data and interpretations will be essential for ongoing decision-making and planning.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geophysics, Petroleum Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in petrophysics within the upstream oil and gas industry, with extensive exposure to reservoir characterization and evaluation.
- Strong experience with petrophysical software, such as Techlog, Petrel, Interactive Petrophysics (IP), or similar tools.
- Certification in relevant disciplines (e.g., SPE Certified Petroleum Professional) is advantageous.
- Expertise in advanced logging tools, including LWD, MWD, NMR, and other data interpretation techniques.
- Deep understanding of petrophysical principles, log interpretation, and core analysis.
- Excellent attention to detail in data analysis, interpretation, and documentation.
- Ability to work in diverse field conditions and adapt to the dynamic nature of the oil and gas industry.
- Proficiency in integrating multidisciplinary datasets to develop precise reservoir models.
- Advanced knowledge of industry-standard petrophysical and reservoir modeling tools.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their applications through the provided link.
Conclusion
The Senior Petrophysicist position at WTS Energy offers a remarkable opportunity for seasoned professionals to contribute to the advancement of reservoir characterization and development in Nigeria’s high-potential oil and gas fields. This role not only demands technical expertise in petrophysics but also the ability to lead and mentor teams, drive innovation, and support strategic decision-making processes.
If you have a strong background in petrophysics and are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, WTS Energy invites you to apply and be part of an industry-leading organization shaping the future of energy.