Lead Production Engineer

Our client, a significant force within the Oil & Gas sector, is looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Lead Production Engineer to join their dedicated team operating out of Durban, Kwa Zulu-Natal, ZA . This role is central to maximizing hydrocarbon production from various fields, ensuring efficient and safe operations. The Lead Production Engineer will be responsible for optimizing well performance, managing artificial lift systems, and troubleshooting production challenges.

We are seeking a candidate with a proven history of success in production optimization, process design, and implementing innovative solutions within the Oil & Gas industry . This position offers the chance to lead a team of talented engineers and make a tangible impact on the company's operational success, based in the strategic location of Durban, Kwa Zulu-Natal, ZA .

• Lead the production engineering team in optimizing field production and facility operations.
• Develop and implement production enhancement strategies, including artificial lift optimization.
• Analyze production data to identify well performance issues and opportunities.
• Design and implement well interventions and workovers to improve recovery.
• Ensure the integrity and reliability of production facilities and equipment.
• Oversee the commissioning and start-up of new production facilities.
• Develop and manage production forecasts and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Mentor and develop junior production engineers.
• Collaborate with drilling, reservoir, and facilities engineers to achieve integrated field development plans.
• Troubleshoot complex production-related operational problems.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to management.

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in production engineering within the Oil & Gas sector .
• Demonstrated experience in artificial lift systems (e.g., ESPs, gas lift, rod pumps).
• Strong understanding of wellbore flow, multiphase flow, and surface facilities.
• Proficiency in production analysis software and tools.
• Experience in managing production budgets and optimizing operating expenses.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Experience with operations in the Durban, Kwa Zulu-Natal, ZA region is highly desirable.
• Strong commitment to safety, environmental protection, and operational excellence.

Our client offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with performance-based incentives and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement contributions, and ongoing professional development opportunities. This role provides an excellent platform for career progression within a leading Oil & Gas organization. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead significant projects and contribute to the company's strategic growth.

Working in Durban, Kwa Zulu-Natal, ZA offers a vibrant coastal lifestyle. This position is designated as fully Remote , offering flexibility for the right candidate.