Geological Consultant

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Sarawak, Malaysia

Job Family Group:

Information and Data

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

February 1, 2023

Business unit:

Upstream

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for data management, efficient workflow, and innovation this could be your chance to make your mark in the Upstream energy industry. You will grow in a discipline which sees increasing demand to support the business transformation to a competitive energy company, that leverages its data, efficient workflow, and information assets to the full.

Where you fit in

Development and Subsurface, this organisation will be the home of an integrated One Subsurface team that will drive improved value creation across the lifecycle of our assets. As we transition to more data driven and digitalisation savvy organisation, Technical Data Management (TDM) & Workflow teams are vital to how we deliver quality data and efficient workflow solutions to support subsurface excellent and digitalisation agenda. You’re going to be a key part of our TDM & Workflow team of professionals who have hybrid skills, are passionate about helping Shell use data, efficient workflow, and digital skills in a broader sense to support businesses via consultancy to make better decisions and run safer and more efficiently.

What’s the role?

The Geological consultant will be part of the TDM & Workflow team providing expertise and services to deliver proactive day-to-day workflow support, in specific Production Geologist & Petrophysics discipline user’s base. You’ll thrive on providing competitive insights and advice, critical in leading delivery of Top Quartile workflow support for Subsurface and Wells community backed by solid data and advanced subsurface application. More specifically, your role will be:


Accountable for optimizing use of differentiated technology (applications & infrastructure) in conjunction with technical information (data & documents) and maximizing the value they obtain from Petrophysics (Techlog) & Production Geologist (Petrel, PetroSigns/ JewelSuite) software.
Proactive in deploying current approved discipline technologies (e.g., PetroSigns/ JewelSuite) and related best practice workflows in the business; define and execute workflow testing and validate new systems and upgrade to enable smooth deployment to users.
Driving technology uptake and penetration; proactively reviews user workflows to identify opportunities to innovate through technology adoption. Demonstrates ability to research and resolve technology issues and provide a feedback loop from users to Shell and third-party technology development teams.
Responsible in creating and maintaining discipline technology roadmaps, business plans, and activity plans aligned with equivalent global plans. Supports the management of local approved step-out applications and related workflows.
Maintaining excellent working relationships with the business, key service providers or third-party software vendors and Shell global development teams including relevant global program and project managers. Lead and extend professional relationships with other Applications & Workflow teams across all relevant locations, incorporating virtual working.
In collaboration with PetroSigns Earth/ JewelSuite deployment team, actively deploy and develop migration plan from Petrel to PetroSigns/ JewelSuite platform, including preparation for Open Subsurface Data Universe (OSDU) deployment.
Providing relevant compliance information to business for assurance and license to operate purposes. Ensure that all legal and contractual obligations are followed and adhered to regulatory bodies, government agencies and partners.
Contributing to the design and delivery of specialized training events
Identifying, planning, and driving delivery of continuous improvement (CI) opportunities and digitalization initiatives.


What we need from you?

When it comes to trusted data at your fingertips and efficient workflow support, it’s your competence in leading the delivery of workflow support towards the discipline and integration with other domains (in consultation with principals, business, and IT leadership) that will make a difference. Furthermore, you will have:


A Bachelors or master’s degree in Geoscience or Petroleum Engineering
Proven experience in Geological modeling, geological interpretation, and Petrophysics analysis
Substantial understanding of the data flows around the discipline landscape and its integration with other disciplines. Sustain the required level of integration in line with data model and software changes.
Advanced skill in Petrel and Techlog applications, sufficient knowledge of the Subsurface and Wells databases such as CDS, RECALL, OpenWorks
Sufficient familiarity of analytics tools (e.g., Spotfire, Power BI etc) and the basic programming languages such as Oracle, MySQL, or Python will be a plus
Advanced knowledge of Business Delivery Frameworks, assurance processes across the business lifecycle, and the associated business processes.

Significant experience in strategic consultancy
Proven change management and effective communication skills
Excellent oral and written presentation skills, including customer support training.


Company Description

Shell has been a partner in powering Malaysia’s progress since 1891 when we established our first depot in the Straits Settlements. Today, we are an integrated energy company comprising Upstream, Downstream, Integrated Gas and New Energies, Projects & Technology, and Shell Business Operations. Shell Malaysia aims to be the leading energy player in the country, powering Malaysia’s future with cleaner, innovative, and competitive energy solutions.


Upstream


More than a century, Shell has been operating and we continue to extract and deliver oil and gas efficiently, profitably, and in environmentally friendly and socially responsible ways to meet evolving customer needs and the growing demand for energy.


Downstream


With over 950 service stations, Shell has the leading market share in the fuels retailing business in Malaysia. In Malaysia, we make and sell more than 600 different lubricants for the automotive sector, heavy-duty transport, food processing and power generation. We are the lubricants market leader in Sabah and Sarawak.


Integrated Gas, Renewables and Energy Solutions


Shell set out its Powering Progress strategy, which we aim to deliver through our three business pillars of Growth, Transition and Upstream. The Growth Pillar includes our Marketing and Renewables & Energy Solutions businesses and focuses on working with our customers to accelerate the transition to net-zero emissions. One of our achievement, Sarawak onshore: World’s first commercial GTL plant (SMDS)


Project & Technology


As P&T, we exist to make the delivery of Shell’s strategy and the growth of our company possible. P&T works collaboratively and in an integrated way with its business partners, to deliver value for our customers, and for Shell.

An Innovative Place to Work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.

Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.

An Inclusive & Progressive Place to Work


To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential.

We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply and we’ll take it from there.
We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.


A Rewarding Place to Work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice. Our CARE benefits are mindfully curated to promote Eco Living, overall Wellbeing, Personal Growth and Caring for our loved ones.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

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According to the United Nations, the global population could increase to more than 10 billion people. A key role for society – and for Shell – is to find ways to meet the growing demand for energy, with less carbon emissions. We need people who dare to think differently – to take part in developing tomorrow’s energy solutions today.

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