Operations Geophysicist

What are the roles?

The positions offer the opportunity to work collaboratively with a very dynamic & performance-oriented team of professionals to contribute to Hydrocarbon Maturation and Development as part of a matrix organization in Onshore & Shallow Water Offshore Assets.

You will be part of in-country Development & Subsurface community powering progress through delivering the world's energy demand now and in the future. Note that the Development & Subsurface function aims to consistently deliver industry-leading returns across the hydrocarbon lifecycle through End-to-End Value Creation, Competitive Delivery and Best in Class Subsurface Outcomes.

The successful candidates will have the following specific accountabilities:

• Ensuring timely and integrated delivery with all other disciplines and stakeholders in the activities of the team, including Wells team, Co-Venturers, Partners and Regulators.
• Early involvement in subsurface study work, 3D/4D geophysical survey design and re-processing of seismic data gathers to ensure optimal QI impact
• Contributing to Design Engineering Practices (DEP) including geohazards assessment.
• Develop and lead 3D/4D seismic survey design, ensure seismic acquisition projects planning and execution, using appropriate tools, existing data where possible, to develop fit-for-purpose acquisition solutions that meet quality, cost, and safety requirements.
• Review of seismic contractor performance, implement learnings and recommend improvements for future contracts.
  
  

What we need from you?

• University Degree in Geophysics or related discipline with ca. 8-12 yrs experience in Integrated Gas & Upstream industry is a must
• Strong technical competence in Geophysics, risks and uncertainties management, field development & execution, wells & reservoir management.
• Fully familiar with Geophysics technical, computing and productivity tools.
• A natural integrator with experience coordinating/participating in activities and working in large, diverse multi-disciplinary teams as well as good stakeholder management skills for interface with Co-Venturers, Partners and Regulators.
  
  

Scam Warning

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Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Company Description

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.

Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential…

• We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.
• We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
• We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
• We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.
  
  

A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

“This position is impacted by the previously announced sale of SPDC. By applying to this position, if you are the successful candidate you will transfer to the buyer at time of sale.”