Our client is recruiting for a Subsurface Application Specialist on a 12-month contract basis. This is a PAYE contract based in Aberdeen.
The Subsurface Applications Support Specialist will provide expert support for a suite of subsurface applications, including SLB Petrel, Landmark DecisionSpace, Geoteric, ArcGIS, and other related geological and geophysical software, as well as reservoir simulation systems such as SLB’s Eclipse/Intersect and RFD’s Tnavigator. The role involves ensuring the smooth operation, troubleshooting, and optimization of these applications used in exploration and production activities. This position requires a strong understanding of subsurface workflows, data management, and IT support.
Key Job Responsibilities
1. Technical Support: Provide technical support for the complete suite of subsurface applications. Resolve technical issues, perform troubleshooting, and ensure minimal downtime for end users. Identify trends and opportunities in support demands, with recommendations to maximize improvement impact and business value.
2. Subsurface Environment (Cetegra): Administer and support geoscience users in their use of the Cetegra platform, including HPC environment. Work with Cegal Support to resolve issues/bugs and conduct testing. Collaborate with Cegal SDM to continually improve the operational Cetegra service and overall user experience. Liaise with Networks and Infrastructure teams when required to implement platform changes.
3. IT Change Management: Actively participate in the change management process, coordinate, and when necessary, represent changes at CAB on behalf of the subsurface environment and portfolio.
4. System Maintenance: Perform regular maintenance, updates, and upgrades of subsurface and reservoir simulation applications to ensure optimal performance and security.
5. Data Management: Assist in managing and integrating geological, geophysical, and reservoir simulation data within subsurface applications, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
6. Workflow Optimization: Collaborate with subsurface and reservoir engineering teams to understand workflows and work towards improvements or customizations to enhance productivity and efficiency.
7. Vendor Liaison: Coordinate with software vendors for technical support, patches, and updates. Manage software licenses and ensure compliance.
8. Project Support: Provide technical support for exploration, production, and reservoir simulation projects, including data loading, interpretation, and visualization.
9. Performance Monitoring: Monitor application performance and usage, identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions.
10. User Training: Conduct training sessions and create user documentation to help geoscientists and engineers effectively use subsurface and reservoir simulation applications.
Candidate Requirements
Key Experience Required
* Minimum of 3-5 years of experience supporting subsurface and reservoir simulation applications.
* Strong understanding of subsurface and reservoir simulation workflows and data management practices.
* Knowledge of IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and storage solutions.
Key Qualifications and Competencies Required
* Relevant professional qualification or equivalent experience.
* Exceptional problem-solving skills to address complex automation and integration challenges.
* Ability to establish, document, and communicate Power Apps applications and Power Automate workflows with peers and stakeholders.
Our Role in Supporting Diversity and Inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflect the diversity and values of our client base and Orion Group. We value the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, age, job classification, and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of employment status as staff or contractor, everyone is assured the right to equitable, fair, and respectful treatment.
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