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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in PPFG and geomechanics to support well planning and execution, integrating technical analysis with effective communication and mentorship. Capable of influencing well design decisions through comprehensive subsurface risk management and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Highest-signal resume keywords
PPFG AnalysisGeomechanics ExpertiseWell Planning SupportDrilling Operations KnowledgeSubsurface Risk Management
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Hard Skills
GeoscienceGeomechanicsDrilling OperationsWell DesignPressure DetectionBasin ModellingFault/Fracture AnalysisReservoir GeomechanicsReal-Time Drilling SupportSubsurface Assurance
Soft Skills
Interpersonal SkillsCoachingCalm Under PressureIndependent Technical View
Tools & Technologies
PetrelTechlog
Certifications & Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Geoscience or Related Field
Industry Keywords
Well LifecycleZonal IsolationNPT EventsTechnical CoursesCommunities of Practice
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Provide high-quality technical expertise and subsurface assurance for safe, efficient, and reliable well planning and execution
- Integrate pore pressure, fracture gradient, and geomechanics analysis to define drilling windows and manage subsurface risk
- Support critical well design decisions across exploration, developments, and production
- Collaborate with leadership, Wells, RCC, and Subsurface staff during well planning and execution
- Communicate uncertainty, ranges, and confidence levels to support resilient well designs
- Participate in offset well and PPFG reviews, assurance checkpoints, and execution support forums
- Provide PPFG and geomechanics input across the full well lifecycle
- Support integration of PPFG and geomechanics outputs into casing design, mud weight selection, and wellbore strengthening strategies
- Support SPAs with pre-drill PPFG prediction and PPFG detection/real-time interpretation for selected or complex wells
- Provide self-verification of the ROC PPFG desk through oversight and driving consistency
- Contribute to investigations and learning from subsurface-related NPT events due to losses or well control
- Create and maintain PPFG and zonal isolation-related guides
- Build, teach, and maintain relevant technical courses
- Coach and mentor global PPFG and geomechanics staff
- Share findings and best practices through relevant communities of practice and ConneXus
- Lead SMEs in federal efforts within the PPFG/Geomechanics community
- Maintain internal and external awareness of relevant practices, tools, and technologies
- Influence well decisions through clear, credible technical advice and escalate subsurface risks appropriately
Requirements
What you’ll need- Master’s degree or higher in Geoscience, Geomechanics, or related field
- Typically 15+ years of relevant experience in PPFG and/or geomechanics
- Deep experience in geoscience
- Demonstrated experience supporting well planning and execution activities across numerous geological settings and operating environments
- Ability to flex style between providing operations support, coaching staff, remaining calm under pressure, and maintaining an independent technical view
- Deep understanding of drilling operations, well design, and subsurface assurance
- Strong interpersonal skills with a track record in coaching/supporting junior staff
- Experience supporting complex development or exploration wells
- Exposure to real-time drilling support and pressure detection
- Familiarity with basin modelling, fault/fracture analysis, and reservoir geomechanics
- Proficiency with subsurface software such as Petrel and Techlog
- Up to 10% travel should be expected
- Employment may be contingent upon local policy requirements, including pre-placement drug screening, medical review, and background checks
Benefits
Comp & perks- Flexible working options
- Generous paid parental leave policy
- Excellent retirement benefits
- Diversity and inclusion support
- Accessibility adjustments/accommodations related to the recruitment process