Position description

Job title

Planning Engineer* M/F

Contract type

Temporary work contract

Contractual hours

Full time

Contract duration

TBC

Job description

SPIE Services Nigeria Limited is currently looking for Planning Engineer to join its work force in Nigeria.

Activities to perform:

• Analyze technical documents and other documentation to develop a project Schedule adapted to optimizing Drilling & Well operations.
• key player in developing, maintaining, and managing the planning schedules from conceptual to completion for Drilling & Well operations.
• Prepares and reviews KPIs and Performance Indices for Drilling & Well Activities, Inspection, QAQC and Material Management (Handling, Storage Optimization).
• Assist the operations teams and to prepare in close collaboration with other entities (GSR, C&P, ECP, Planning, Project team, Finance etc.) medium to long term drilling plans to achieve safe and cost-effective operations.
• Coordinate with the Engineering / Operations/Project team(s) to ensure that work schedules are followed up, met and capture feedback to improve the planning and scheduling process
• Liaise with Superintendent & various sites on resources (accommodation, transportation etc.) needs/availability, for issuing out the periodic look ahead validation plan (5 Week Lookahead

Co-ordination

• Spearheads the preparation, planning, optimization, and follow-up of Plans and Schedules for Drilling and Wells operations
• Works with other engineers and supervisors, shares experience and best practices, initiates and reviews documents and provides constructive feedback.
• Is a key player in the Digital transformation roadmap for the Drilling and Wells métier in the affiliate.
• Contributes to the LEAN, Cost rationalization and continuous improvement culture within Methods and Performance Team.

Organization

• Liaises with Drilling & Wells teams, GSR, Well Performance, Techlog, relevant entities and Contractors to ensure various plans and resources are captured and integrated into the Drilling & Wells Planning / Schedules to ensure that tasks are delivered on time and as planned
• Ability to work on his/her own initiative with minimum supervision, working to meet deadlines, high degree of organizational ability and an effective communicator with contacts at all levels.

Technical

• Good knowledge of Data Analysis Tools & Methods, Communication (oral & written) and Presentation skills.
• Experience with Planning and Project Management software and similar digital tools: Primavera© (version 3 or higher), MS project©, Microsoft office Suite© etc.
• Has good knowledge of all Drilling & Wells functions i.e., Drilling, Completions, Intervention, Well Integrity and Fluids
• Has good knowledge of Company referential, industry standards and best practices required to achieve well objectives in a safe and optimum manner
• Proposes new ideas and innovations to improve well performance, well operations performance, reduce risk and/or cost. Conduct studies to establish benchmark and improve performance.
• Participating in the Company sharing of professional experience through REX

Profile

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• A degree in the sciences or Engineering
• Minimum of 3-5 years relevant technical experience with Well engineering roles
• Prior Project Planning / Scheduling / Interface management experience (desirable)
• Good knowledge of Data Analysis Tools & Methods, Communication (oral & written) and Presentation skills.
• Experience with Planning and Project Management software and similar digital tools: Primavera© (version 3 or higher), MS project©, Microsoft office Suite© etc.
• Good knowledge drilling engineering/ operations, completion engineering, well interventions and well integrity.
• Good knowledge of the Company rules, Guides and Manuals, General Specifications and the CMS related to Drilling and Wells, Safety, QA/QC and associated métiers
• Well-developed written/verbal communication skills with ability to interface effectively with different team members (internal and external to the Drilling & Wells Métier) at all levels and across multiple functions
• Strong work ethic and commitment
• Good knowledge of Relevant Regulatory Authorities and Agencies in the Oil and Gas space in Nigeria and Internationally.

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