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Job Details

Job ID	607
Position	Operations Geologist
Post Date	04/03/2010
Closing Date	31/03/2010
Scope of Work	JOB PURPOSE Carry out geological and well sites activities, monitoring drilling operations, and data gathering on the assigned well, ensuring correct and initial interpretation of data and monitoring and controlling the activities of contractors, so that they meet programmed schedule and quality requirements as well as rig safety issue. To operate and perform within leading and supporting the company’s safety and environment protection policy. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES Provide an on-site geological analysis during the drilling of the well to support the well programme in meeting its geological objectives. This includes collecting and describing cuttings and cores, advising drilling personnel at well site of expected lithological sequence, pay zones, casing depth, rate of penetration and possible hazardous intervals ensure the execution of logging programmes, interpretation of lithology and drilling fluid condition. Prepare gelogical well forecasts and structural prediction through interpretation and analysis of wire line fogs, Geological maps and core data, and prepares Final Well Report related to his assignment for supervisor's review. Ensure that all pertinent data is kept in the computer files. Participate in the updating of all geological documents such as maps (Isobath, Isopach. Isopor, IsoHCFT, Void Volume and lithofacies) cross section, core reports and statistics. Supervise the work of contractors and laboratory assistants on the rigs to ensure proper implementation of the geological programmes and to ensure safe working practices. Control the quality of logging carried out by the contractors; approving the logs, performing well site interpretation to assist in best decision making with regard to the progress of the well programme. Carry out other similar or related duties such as liaising with other sections, reading geological maps and preparing reports to gain a good understanding and interpretation of the field geology. Operates and performs within leading and supporting the Company's safety and environmental protection policy.
Minimum Requirements	B.Sc. in Geology. 5 years experience in well-site geology, sub-surface geology and logging. Strong mathematics aptitude, Geosteering experience especially in carbonates. Coring operations experience and Q/C and witness open hole logging. Ability to use the latest technology for real time monitoring applications. Experience in Geosteering long lateral / (ERD) extend reach wells. Familiarity with DOS, Windows, Microsoft Office Package and Unix. Strong experience with PETREL – Geoframe – CPS3 mapping program – Finder Express / Landmark (openwork/stratwork).
Salary Remuneration	Salary is between US$500/- to US$700/- per day worked (this amount is deemed to include salary, accommodation, end of service benefits, allowances, overtime, airfares, paid leave, etc. Medical Health Insurance for Personnel and their family members will be coverd by the Medical Health Insurance Scheme as per applicable terms and conditions, excellent recreational facilities at five star hotels as per Company Policy and Procedure.
Location	Abu Dhabi