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Petrophysicist

TR/077874
  • Negotiable PAYE
  • Scotland, Aberdeenshire, Westhill
  • Contract

We are seeking an experienced Petrophyicist for our Oil & Gas Operator client based in Aberdeen to cover for a period of c7 months commencing asap. This is a PAYE contract position based in the Aberdeen offices on a 3/2 hybrid model. The role cannot be worked on a fully remote basis. 


Main duties:

  • Independently perform accurate petrophysical analyses of Exploration and Development wells under the guidance of the senior Petrophysicist.
  • In conjunction with Operations Geologists or Asset teams, contribute to the design of logging programmes and/or contribute to the design core analysis programmes for Exploration and Production wells
  • Contribute to the upkeep and organisation of the subsidiary’s log and petrophysical database.
  • Produce quick-look and advanced log-analysis of wells drilled by the subsidiary as operator or partner.
  • Support Subsurface P&A Lead  in developing Subsurface Decommissioning Planning and data acquisition opportunities for current ARO scope.  Work in conjunction with Operations Geologist in identifying IZI’s.
  • Contribute to projects/teams/task force (e.g. new acreage review/reserves/opportunities/field development plan) with respect to petrophysical issues, with the aim of achieving project or technical deadlines within budgetary constraints

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:

 


  • Minimum of BSc Hons (MSc Preferred) in earth or physical sciences with deep relevant work experience in Petrophysics and Formation Evaluation techniques.
  • Experience of Petrophysical evaluation work in the oil industry
  • Detailed knowledge of Petrophysical software is required, preferably Geolog, including modules Petrolan and Multimin. Knowledge of alternative software e.g. Techlog, Interactive Petrophysics advantageous.
  • Experience of working within a multi-disciplined environment with exposure to subsurface Oil and Gas operations
  • Working knowledge of core evaluation techniques



Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion

As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.


Alan Patterson Office Account Manager

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