Senior Geologist

Aker BP aims to be the exploration and production company of the future by transforming the way we work and operate. We are setting new standards by focusing on safe production and low emissions in the oil and gas industry. 

We have big plans– do you want to join us? 

We are now offering exciting opportunities for a Senior Reservoir Geologist to join one of our field development projects or producing assets in Exploration and Reservoir Development. 

For the position, it is key to have strong communication skills and the ability to contextualize Reservoir Geology in multi-disciplinary teams consisting of geophysicists, petrophysicists, reservoir engineers and petroleum engineers as well as towards other functions. The candidate should actively seek advice and perspectives from colleagues and leaders within own section, as well as contribute to Aker BP’s continuous improvement agenda. All work is expected to be planned and executed safely and efficiently. 

We value diversity, and everyone in Aker BP shall feel involved, included, and respected. We want everyone to thrive at work and develop in their roles and are looking for you, who wants to be part of our ONETEAM culture. 

You will be part of an inclusive and enthusiastic department of Exploration and Reservoir Development, which aims to maximise production and reserves. 

Typical work tasks can be:  

• Integrating all available subsurface data to optimize the understanding of developing and producing assets. 
• Contribute to digital initiatives about geology and modelling. 
• Build and update static reservoir models and evaluate volume uncertainty and risks, in close collaboration with other disciplines and functions. 
• Well planning and follow-up well operations and data acquisition and recommend how to implement results into subsurface models. 
• Identify remaining reservoir opportunities that could be economically justified to maximize production and value creation. 
• Be an active contributor to the Geology network. 
• Ensure that all work, tasks and projects are carried out to achieve the overall objectives. These include HSSE, technical integrity, compliance and cost. 

Skills and qualifications:  

• Master’s degree in the field of Geology, Geoscience or similar/relevant education. 
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience from field development projects and/or producing assets. 
• Strong reservoir modelling skills and proven track record in building static reservoir models including data analysis and statistical evaluations 
• Knowledge of uncertainty assessment and ensemble modelling workflow 
• Experience in well planning and execution. 
• Understand how data can be available and used across all subsurface disciplines for various recommendations and decisions.  
• Able to organize, collaborate and motivate others to complete tasks to reach shared goals. 
• Excellent communication skills 

We think you will thrive in Aker BP if this resonates with you:  

• The SAFER values are the foundation for everything we do. If you want to work with us, you must identify with the values of being seekers, accountable, foreseeable, enthusiastic and respectful.  
• Cooperation is the very core of Aker BP, and we are looking for people who want to be part of our ONETEAM-culture.  
• We are a technology company that produces oil, which is why it is an advantage if you are interested in digitalisation and new technology.  
• We must improve to succeed in the future, so you must have a strong desire to always improve and work smarter.  
• We have a lot of activities going on, and it’s important that you are structured and good at setting priorities. 

Our commitment to you: 

• We want you to develop. We provide you a permanent position with varied experiences and will help broadening your competence - so you can build a CV for the future 
• We offer competitive salary, bonus based on company results, a share savings programme, and a good pension scheme. 
• Work-life balance and health are key factors for job satisfaction. We have flexibility in working hours and work location, work-out facilities, available personal health care, different clubs for social and sport, and healthy varied lunch and snacks 
• We look after each other. If something should happen to you, we will make sure you get help from the company health service and our insurance programmes. 
• Our offices have focus on universal design – available for all 

At Aker BP, we are convinced that diversity is an important element for success, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. 

Locations: Bærum, Stavanger or Trondheim. Please specify your preferred location in your application.  

Application deadline: 06.01.2025.  

Background checks will be performed, following consent from relevant candidates. We ask that you enclose your diploma/grade transcript with your application. Furthermore, an assessment of affiliation to high-risk countries is carried out as part of the recruitment process for all positions in Aker BP.

Contact information: Camilla Oftebro (camilla.oftebro@akerbp.com)