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30 May 2023

Exploration Geophysicist at Uganda National Oil Company (UNOC)

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Job Description


JOB PURPOSE: TO LEAD THE COMPANY’ GEOPHYSICAL ASPECTS IN EXPLORATION PROJECT OPERATIONS TO MAXIMISE VALUE FOR THE COMPANY.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Develop subsurface reservoir models to understand structure, reservoir characterization and petroleum quality and quantity.
• Estimate the petroleum resources/reserves and classifying the company’s resource portfolio with prudent classification frameworks.
• Monitor the company’s geophysical and other exploration activities in company operated and non-operated areas in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Monitor and supervise the collection, quality control, storage and analysis of geological data and physical field samples that relate to the evaluation of the exploration areas.
• Monitor the drilling of exploration and appraisal wells to ensure that all identified objectives are met in a safe manner.
• Conduct integrated data interpretation and evaluation to generate hydrocarbon plays, prospects, and leads in prospect areas and recommend drilling locations.
• Evaluate and rank the resources, risks, and uncertainties of the prospects to be drilled and suggest technical exploration and appraisal programs.
• Prepare and evaluate exploration work programs and other technical proposals and reports
• Assist in the development of operational procedures and ensure that all exploration operations are conducted according to approved procedures
• Participate in meetings with joint venture Partners and Authorities.
• Any other duties as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES
• Bachelor’s Degree (Hons) in Petroleum Geosciences or any relevant degree
• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience.
• Be skilled in integrated reservoir modelling.
• Have knowledge of Exploration and development operations, Health & Safety standards and operational procedures.
• Hands-on experience in geological/geophysical analysis and integration software suites.
• Strong project management, planning, organizational skills to ensure that goals, schedules and budgets met.
• Ability to work independently, but also work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team environment to develop appropriate work programmes.

 

UNOC will ONLY consider online applications submitted through her website on the careers portal at https://www.unoc.co.ug/career-opportunities/
All applications should be submitted not later than Friday 16th June 2023 by 11:59pm. (EAT).
Applicants are required to scan and attach CERTIFIED copies of the required academic documents only e.g. Degree, Transcript, Diploma.
Please forward any enquires regarding this advert to [email protected]
UNOC is an equal opportunity employer, any form of lobbying or influence peddling during the recruitment process shall lead to automatic disqualification.
@UNOCLTD @UNOC_UG [email protected]  www.unoc.co.ug +256 (0) 312-444 600 Plot 15, Yusuf Lule Road, P. O. Box 36316, Kampala

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