Field Geologist

hace 3 días


Madrid, Madrid, España Midad Energy A tiempo completo

MIDAD Energy

"Energy company based in Madrid is seeking talented professionals to join our dynamic team and fill the following position, contributing to innovative projects across Spain and North Africa. If you are passionate about driving excellence in the energy sector, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity."

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Senior Operations Geologist / Madrid

Location:
Madrid, Spain

Job Summary:

MIDAD Energy
is seeking a
Senior Operations Geologist
based in
Madrid
to provide
real-time geological support
for our
North Africa projects
(Algeria, Libya, etc.). This role is responsible for
well planning, drilling operations support, formation evaluation, and reservoir monitoring
to ensure safe, efficient, and geologically sound operations. The ideal candidate will have
extensive experience in North African basins
, a strong background in
operations geology, wellsite supervision, and reservoir surveillance
, and the ability to collaborate with
drilling, production, and subsurface teams
to optimize field performance.

How to Apply:

  • Send your
    CV and a brief cover letter
    to [] with the subject:
    "Senior Operations Geologist – Madrid "
    .
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
  • We encourage
    diverse candidates
    to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Well Planning & Drilling Support

  • Provide
    geological input
    for
    well planning
    , including
    trajectory design, casing points, and target selection
    .
  • Develop
    prognosed sections, offset well analyses, and geological hazard assessments
    for North African fields.
  • Collaborate with
    drilling engineers
    to optimize well placement and mitigate geological risks.

2. Real-Time Operations Geology

  • Monitor
    real-time drilling data
    (LWD, MWD, cuttings, gas shows) to provide
    geosteering recommendations
    and formation evaluations.
  • Conduct
    wellsite geological supervision
    (when required) to ensure accurate formation tops, lithology descriptions, and sample collection.
  • Provide
    daily geological reports
    to operations and subsurface teams, highlighting risks, progress, and recommendations.

3. Formation Evaluation & Coring

  • Interpret
    LWD/MWD logs, cuttings, and gas data
    to identify formation tops, fluid contacts, and reservoir quality.
  • Supervise
    coring operations
    and ensure proper handling, description, and analysis of core samples.
  • Integrate
    real-time data with offset well information
    to refine geological models.

4. Reservoir Surveillance & Monitoring

  • Monitor
    reservoir performance
    through production data, well tests, and surveillance programs.
  • Identify
    geological risks
    (e.g., fault encounters, unexpected fluid contacts, wellbore stability issues) and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Collaborate with
    reservoir engineers and petrophysicists
    to update geological models based on new well data.

5. Geological Operations Support

  • Provide
    geological support
    for
    workovers, completions, and interventions
    to optimize production and reservoir contact.
  • Assist in
    well abandonment and plugging operations
    to ensure compliance with geological and regulatory requirements.
  • Support
    well intervention planning
    by providing geological insights on reservoir connectivity and well integrity.

6. Data Integration & Reporting

  • Compile and analyze
    well data, logs, and reports
    to update geological databases and models.
  • Prepare
    post-well reviews and lessons-learned reports
    to improve future operations.
  • Document
    geological observations, risks, and recommendations
    for internal and regulatory reporting.

7. Collaboration with Subsurface Teams

  • Work closely with
    subsurface teams
    (geophysicists, petrophysicists, reservoir engineers) to integrate
    operations data into static and dynamic models
    .
  • Provide
    geological input
    for
    field development plans (FDPs)
    and reservoir management strategies.
  • Participate in
    integrated subsurface studies
    and
    peer reviews
    .

8. Compliance & HSE Support

  • Ensure
    geological operations comply
    with
    local regulations
    (e.g., Sonatrach, NOC) and
    HSE standards
    .
  • Support
    HSE initiatives
    by identifying geological hazards (e.g., H2S, overpressure, shallow gas) and recommending mitigation measures.
  • Contribute to
    emergency response plans
    for geological risks (e.g., well control, kicks).

9. Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing

  • Mentor
    junior geologists and operations staff
    in best practices for operations geology.
  • Conduct
    training sessions
    on geological operations, wellsite data interpretation, and risk mitigation.
  • Promote
    knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
    in operations geology practices.

Qualifications:

Education:

  • Master's or Bachelor's degree in Geology, Petroleum Geoscience, or related field
    .
  • Relevant certifications
    (e.g., SPE, AAPG) are a plus.

Experience:

  • 10+ years of operations geology experience
    , with a
    strong focus on North African basins
    (Algeria, Libya, etc.).
  • Proven experience in well planning, real-time drilling support, and formation evaluation
    .
  • Familiarity with North African operational standards
    (e.g., Sonatrach, NOC) and
    clastic reservoirs
    .
  • Experience in wellsite supervision and geological hazard assessment
    .

Technical Skills:

  • Well planning software
    :
    Landmark, Petrel, or equivalent
    .
  • Real-time drilling data interpretation
    :
    LWD/MWD logs, gas chromatography, cuttings analysis
    .
  • Geosteering and formation evaluation
    .
  • Geological modeling software
    :
    Petrel
    (for integration with subsurface teams).
  • HSE and regulatory compliance
    in operations.

Soft Skills:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
    .
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
    (English and French mandatory).
  • Ability to work under pressure
    in fast-paced operational environments.
  • Leadership and mentoring capabilities
    .

Languages:

  • Fluent in English
    (mandatory).
  • Spanish
    is a plus (for coordination with Madrid HQ).
  • Arabic
    and French
    is a plus (for local engagement in North Africa).

Competencies:

  • Well Planning & Drilling Support
  • Real-Time Operations Geology
  • Formation Evaluation & Coring
  • Reservoir Surveillance & Monitoring
  • Geological Operations Support
  • Data Integration & Reporting
  • Collaboration with Subsurface Teams
  • Compliance & HSE Support
  • Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing

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