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<p>Provide robust technical support on geology for the development of integrated geoscience learnings and their implementation into the integrated subsurface under the TL ABB Oil Team Subsurface Operated Assets scope, by applying advanced geoscience knowledge and industry learnings to deliver timely, high-quality geological analysis and interpretation (including the 3D static model) that progresses the Company's operated and non-operated assets across a variety of reservoirs, fluids, and maturity levels, to lead development operations, geological modelling, data acquisition, and people progression, and to coordinate special studies, prepare and update subsurface interpretations, and provide relevant data inputs to other disciplines, in order to enhance geological interpretation and support the discovery of significant oil and gas deposits.</p><p>The position will act in accordance with the OQEP's Mission, Vision, Values &amp; Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines, and international standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, QHSE &amp; Energy Management System requirements standards, Omani's government &amp; other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.</p><p><strong>Main tasks and responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, develop, and provide robust technical geological judgement on modification and innovation proposals in accordance with project (subsurface) requirements and relevant standards, ensuring safety and reliability, and provide guidance to junior engineers, trainees, and teams.</li><li>Provide robust technical geological expertise, support, and innovative solutions for the execution of the geology process/discipline, ensuring teams apply common engineering principles and concepts; may handle a large scope of projects simultaneously.</li><li>Represent the company as lead geoscientist at partner interface meetings and Technical Committee Meetings (TCMs).</li><li>Execute the pre-defined geological elements of development projects.</li><li>Apply advanced geological expertise and professional judgement in delivering assigned projects, and present completed analysis and recommendations at Peer Reviews, Peer Assists, and Functional Reviews under the Company's Value Assurance Framework; may act as a peer reviewer for other projects.</li><li>Be accountable for formulating realistic alternative subsurface realisations and providing field-optimum development concepts and recommendations.</li><li>Ensure all geological uncertainties and risks are incorporated into forward exploration and development plans and included in all estimates of reserves.</li><li>Liaise with other team members to carry out subsurface evaluation and analysis, propose well locations, and pick wells to fulfil business needs, as well as defining necessary data gathering such as logging and coring.</li><li>Contribute to all phases of planning, delivery, and evaluation of well operations as assigned, including Geotech documents, data gathering, daily reporting, and post-well studies and analyses.</li><li>Prepare and keep up to date subsurface interpretations presented as structural contour maps, thickness maps, and cross-sections aimed at defining the boundary conditions of pools and reservoirs.</li><li>Integrate production and engineering data to meet the Company's production and forecasting targets, ensuring all evaluations are documented and related geological data (both petro-technical and physical) is handled in accordance with the Company's Data Management Standards.</li><li>Propose, develop, and support subsurface work to gain internal and partner approval for operator recommendations and proposals.</li><li>Establish and formulate workflows, best practices, and procedures for OQEP upstream in the geology function.</li><li>Adhere to appropriate subsurface policies and standards.</li><li>Work safely and think proactively about personal safety and the safety of others, and actively participate in, contribute to, and promote the Company's occupational health, safety, security, and environment culture.</li><li>Ensure work is carried out in accordance with the Company's HSE and Security policies and procedures, meet Company HSE goals and targets, and participate in HSE programs.</li><li>Fulfil stand-by / on-call duties when required.</li><li>Perform other similar duties as assigned by the TL ABB Oil Team.</li></ul><p><strong>Key interactions</strong></p><ul><li>Internal: TL ABB Oil Team and the ABB Development subsurface team, Business Development and enabling functions (Reservoir Engineering, Petrophysics, Geophysics, Well Delivery &amp; Operations.</li><li>External: Joint-venture partners, technical committees, consultancy firms, and service providers.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>BS degree in Geology, a relevant science subject, or equivalent. An MSc degree is desirable.</li><li>Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required).</li><li>A minimum of 8+ years' relevant experience in geology and subsurface roles, with demonstrated leadership in geological studies and development projects.</li><li>Broad geoscience knowledge, with experience across both geophysics and geology.</li><li>Experienced in both exploration and development upstream oil and gas activities.</li><li>Strong, mandatory skills and experience in relevant software such as Petrel and Tnavigator.</li><li>Demonstrated strong experience in well operations planning and delivery; field appraisal and development including reservoir characterisation; prospect generation, evaluation, and proposal; and exposure to regional and new-venture evaluations.</li><li>Strong 3D geological modelling skills, preferably in Petrel.</li><li>Expert user of geological interpretation systems.</li><li>Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment, with strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) and proficiency in written and spoken English.</li><li>Track record of deadline delivery, result-oriented, with the ability to prioritise and deliver.</li><li>Strong skill and experience in relevant software such as Petrel is mandatory; experience in Tnav geology will be an advantage.</li><li>Experience in field development of clastic reservoir is mandatory.</li><li>Experience in field development of tight reservoir is an advantage.</li><li>Experience in Exploration or New Ventures will be an advantage.</li><li><strong>Soft:</strong> Self-starter with the ability to multi-task while maintaining priorities, Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment, Active listening, Attention to detail, Critical thinking, Judgment and decision making, Complex problem solving, Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) with proficiency in written and spoken English, Result oriented with ability to prioritize and deliver.</li><li><strong>Technical:</strong> Computer literacy including MS Office &amp; relevant Geoscience software (Petrel, Tnav and ArcGIS). 3D Geological modelling skills, preferably in Petrel Software. Project Management skills, Mathematics, Physics, Quality control analysis, Geography, Understanding the uncertainties in the petrophysical evaluation and quantifying framework within which exploration activities are planned and also the assessment of discovered volumes.</li></ul>

<p>PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES</p><p>1. Carry out interpretation of 2D and 3D seismic data from the historical seismic databank and from new data received from seismic surveys. Identifies subsurface structure/trapping mechanism and reservoir distribution utilizing geophysical software packages such as Petrel, Geo-Graphix, DSD etc.</p><p>2. Generating plausible geophysical and geological concepts for leads and prospects in all possible plays, with appropriate risks, volume and commercial analysis and in support of a growing inventory of exploration portfolio.</p><p>3. Establish and maintain up-to-date Exploration Prospect Portfolio for all prospects for all levels, shallow to deep plays.</p><p>4. Identify new oil and gas prospects based on comprehensive technical work mainly Geophysical and Geological, from a regional prospective to block and field/prospect level.</p><p>5. Perform detail evaluation of identified prospect to progress to well proposal, presenting to the Management and shareholders to seek approval to drill Exploration wells in which clear conclusions and recommendations are required to the management to make decisions.</p><p>7. Work closely with Exploration geologist and reservoir engineer on analysis work of new found traps to ascertain the most likely locations of reservoir tops and subsequent locations of potential wells.</p><p>8. Identify optimal drilling locations using knowledge of 3D seismic interpretation and knowledge of regional and prospect specific petroleum systems.</p><p>9. Seamless coordination of all exploration-related operations between relevant internal and external parties.</p><p>10. Involvement on Tender documentation preparation and evaluation of bids for any study pertaining seismic; such as seismic data acquisition, survey plan, Processing, Reservoir Characterization, VSP, prospect identification etc.</p><p>11. Follow up and Supervise specialist or outsourced studies of seismic evaluation.</p><p>12. Stays up to date with current developments in seismic and geophysical mapping techniques and software. The role will also involve participating in the assessment of new technology, methodologies and workflows</p><p>13. Provide mentorship, guidance and control as required to junior Daleel geoscience staff with respect to geophysical methods and evaluation procedures.</p><p>14. Follows and promotes all QHSSE policies of the Company at all times.</p><p>KEY CHALLENGES:</p><p>Ability to work in both; Exploration and Development environments</p><p>Supporting day-to-day operations on well delivering for Exploration/Appraisal wells</p><p>Works closely with other team members as and when required.</p><p>To complete the company KPI by drilling required number of Exploration wells per year.</p><p>Ability to interact with internal and external clients</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p>JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE<br>Minimum Academic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Geophysics or a related discipline<br>Minimum Work experience: At least 12 years experience in Geophysics or Seismic Interpretation in a recognized oil company and integration of seismic, well and other data.<br>Knowledge of Oman plays and Petroleum systems.<br>Proven Exploration record in finding new oil and gas resources.<br>Experience upstream E&amp;P professional with familiarity in petroleum systems analysis, well data analysis, geological interpretation and prospect evaluation.<br>Maturation and development of new prospects.<br>Experience in workstation-based seismic interpretation from regional to prospect level.<br>Awareness of seismic acquisition and processing<br>An understanding of principles of rock physics and quantitative seismic interpretation would be desirable.<br>Must be a technically established engineer in the Geophysics and well skilled in mentoring and motivating new Geophysicist.

<p>Job title: Head of Exploration Stream: Commercial Function Exploration - Exploration New Operated Assets Location: Oman - HO Budget control: *OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant* Reporting to : VP Exploration Direct reports: Principal Exploration Data Management Principal Geophysicist Principal Geoscientist Principal Reservoir Engineer Lead Geologist Senior Petrophysicist</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><br></p>

<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles &amp; Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p> <strong>Reporting to :</strong> Director of Exploration Planning and Chief Exploration Officer</p> <p> </p> <p> <strong>Role Objective:</strong> </p> <p>Due to the growing number of pipeline projects, MDO is seeking Principal Mining Engineer to lead Technical Studies to own and drive the technical study process and to bridge between the Exploration, Business Development (BD) and Project Development (PD) teams in advancing projects through successive stages of maturity.</p> <p>As a suitably qualified and experienced Principal Mining Engineer reporting to the Director of Exploration Planning and Chief Exploration Officer, you will initiate, scope, lead and quality-assure multidisciplinary technical studies across the portfolio, integrating geology, mining, metallurgy and processing, infrastructure, environmental and economic inputs into investment-ready deliverables. You will manage external consultants and contractors, govern study quality against stage-gate criteria, and support the BD and PD teams through the full project lifecycle (scoping, pre-feasibility, feasibility, project assessment, remediation, and decommissioning/closure). Regular site visits and close coordination with a range of consultants will be required.</p> <p> </p> <p> <strong>Duties and Responsibilities:</strong> </p> <p>1. Initiating, scoping, leading and coordinating scoping, pre-feasibility and feasibility studies across the project pipeline, working with the BD &amp; PD teams and external consultants</p> <p>2. Defining study scope, work breakdown, schedules, budgets and stage-gate deliverables, and governing study progress and quality against agreed criteria</p> <p>3. Integrating multidisciplinary inputs (geology, mining, metallurgy and processing, infrastructure, environmental and social, and economics) into coherent, decision-ready study outputs</p> <p>4. Selecting, managing and quality-assuring external consultants and contractors engaged in study work</p> <p>5. Leading technical-economic evaluation, including capital and operating cost estimation, cash flow modelling and NPV/IRR analysis, together with trade-off and options studies</p> <p>6. Reviewing and challenging advanced exploration projects by working closely with the Resource and Project Geologists to confirm study-readiness</p> <p>7. Directing and reviewing short-, medium- and long-term mine design, LOM planning and scheduling produced in-house or by consultants</p> <p>8. Providing technical support to the BD &amp; PD teams through project execution phases, including M&amp;A, due diligence and JV technical reviews</p> <p>9. Reporting and presenting study outcomes and recommendations to management and investment decision forums</p> <p>10. May be assigned to coordinate special or ad hoc projects as needed.</p> <p> </p> <p> <strong>Education: </strong> </p> <p> Bachelor s degree in mining engineering and/or a related technical discipline (e.g. geology, metallurgy, mineral processing). A postgraduate qualification or MBA will be an added advantage.</p> <p> <strong>Experience:</strong> </p> <p> Minimum 10 years overall experience across mining studies and projects, spanning multiple commodities including base and precious metals, chromite, and industrial minerals (dolomite, gypsum, silica, limestone), with several years in a study management or technical lead capacity</p> <p> Initiating, leading and delivering technical studies (scoping, pre-feasibility and feasibility) through formal stage-gate processes</p> <p> Managing multidisciplinary study teams and external consultants from concept through to feasibility and execution</p> <p> Directing mine design, LOM planning and scheduling for both open pit and underground projects</p> <p> Leading project budgeting and technical-economic evaluation (feasibility studies, cash flow analysis, NPV &amp; IRR).</p> <p> </p> <p> <strong>Special Skills &amp; Knowledge:</strong> </p> <p> Leading technical studies, trade-off studies, cost estimation and project evaluation through stage-gate decision processes.</p> <p> Knowledge of a broad range of planning, operations and study-management practices.</p> <p> Sound technical grounding across mining methods, mine engineering and the principal study disciplines (geology, processing, infrastructure, environmental and economics).</p> <p> Good understanding of Mineral Resource and Ore Reserve estimation and reporting.</p> <p> Ability to direct and review work produced in mine planning software packages.</p> <p> Knowledge of mine capital and operating cost estimation and economic modelling.</p> <p> Strong stakeholder management, with experience in and / or an inclination for business development.</p> <p> Working familiarity with mining software such as Deswik, Micromine, Minesight and Vulcan, sufficient to scope, review and quality-assure outputs including stope and schedule optimization.</p> <p> Experience in due diligence activities and auditing.</p> <p> NI 43-101 and JORC technical reporting.</p> <p> </p> <p> <strong>ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATION /CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:</strong> </p> <p> Competent or Qualified Person status (e.g. AusIMM, AIG or equivalent recognised under JORC / NI 43-101) is desirable.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p></div></section>

<p><b>Job purpose</b><br>Provide strategic leadership, technical direction, and management oversight for exploration activities across OQEP s operated and joint-venture new assets, leading a multidisciplinary Geoscience (G&amp;G) team to deliver a robust inventory of prospects and leads, high-quality geological evaluations across diverse reservoirs, fluids, and maturity levels, and well-matured exploration and appraisal opportunities underpinned by sound data-acquisition strategies. The role is accountable for the safe, efficient, and compliant execution of all asset-related operational activities, for managing contracts and controlling exploration expenditure to optimise value, and for developing the long-term asset exploration strategy together with a robust annual Work Program and Budget (WP&amp;B). As the senior exploration interface, the position leads engagement with the Ministry of Energy and Minerals (MEM) and joint-venture partners, directs JV and EPSA governance processes to secure all necessary internal, partner, and external approvals, and conducts regular asset performance reviews to sustain exploration growth and safeguard the Company s commercial and reputational interests.<br><br>The position will act in accordance with the OQEP s Mission, Vision, Values &amp; Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines, and international standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, QHSE &amp; Energy Management System requirements standards, Omani s government &amp; other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives. Main tasks and responsibilities<br><br><br>Lead with autonomy and set the strategic direction for the Exploration New Assets portfolio, establishing strategies, plans, programs, goals, deadlines, and budgets across operated and joint-venture exploration assets.<br>Develop and drive the long-term exploration strategy and the annual Work Program and Budget (WP&amp;B), securing internal, partner, and MEM approvals.<br>Direct and govern the delivery of exploration geological and evaluation studies, ensuring a robust, well-risked prospect and lead inventory across a variety of reservoirs, fluids, and maturity levels.<br>Provide technical governance and assurance over subsurface evaluations, ensuring geological uncertainties and risks are consistently incorporated into exploration and appraisal plans and reflected in all resource estimates.<br>Oversee the risking and ranking of exploration opportunities and endorse recommendations presented at Peer Reviews, Peer Assists, and Functional Reviews under the Company s Value Assurance Framework.<br>Direct the planning, delivery, and evaluation of well operations including Geotech documentation, data acquisition, well proposals, and post-well analyses ensuring alignment with business objectives and definition of data-gathering requirements such as logging and coring.<br>Champion the effective use of specialist studies (sedimentological, diagenetic, micropalaeontological, hydrocarbon fingerprinting, etc.) to strengthen subsurface understanding and decision quality.<br>Lead engagement with the Ministry of Energy and Minerals (MEM) and joint-venture partners, representing OQEP at Technical Committee Meetings (TCMs), interface meetings, and asset performance reviews.<br>Coordinate and govern joint-venture and EPSA meetings and processes to obtain all required internal, partner, and regulatory approvals.<br><br></p><p>&nbsp;Background and experience Competencies and skills<br>A minimum of 10+ years relevant experience in exploration within the upstream oil and gas industry, including significant leadership and management experience.<br>Extensive experience in exploration evaluation, joint ventures, and new ventures.<br>Broad geoscience knowledge, with experience across both geophysics and geology.<br>Experienced in both exploration and development E&amp;P oil and gas activities.<br>Proven track record of leading multidisciplinary G&amp;G teams and delivering exploration portfolios and prospect inventories.<br>Strong experience in prospect and lead maturation, risking, volumetrics, and resource estimation.<br>Demonstrated experience managing MEM and joint-venture partner relationships, TCMs, and EPSA governance processes.<br>Sound knowledge of exploration WP&amp;B development, contract management, and expenditure control.<br>Strong commitment to HSE standards and best practices in exploration operations.<br>Relevant software experience, Landmark, Petrel and ArcGIS is preferred<br>Demonstrated strong experience in the following fields:<br><br>Prospect generation, evaluation and proposal<br>Well operations planning and delivery<br>Field appraisal and development including reservoir characterization<br>Regional geological evaluations<br>Ability to work in cross-functional team environment<br>Track record in managing technical/ G&amp;G team<br>Track record of deadline delivery and result oriented<br><br>Mastery level expert user of geological interpretations systems<br>Exposure of working in different international (GCC &amp; others)<br>Strong experienced mentor and coach<br>Soft:<br><br>Leads with autonomy and takes accountability for a performance culture that delivers continuous transformation.<br>Engages and inspires people to collaborate and share knowledge to achieve common goals.<br>Models and ensures commitment with business aspirations.<br>Pursues innovation and continuous improvement.<br>Acts as an agent for change, constructively challenging the status quo.<br>Leads a solution-based approach to plan and deliver competitive results.<br>Transforms strategic insight into achieving business excellence.<br>Builds capability and develops talent for the future.<br><br>Technical:<br><br>Strategic leadership and exploration portfolio management.<br>Advanced expertise in exploration geology and geophysics.<br>Prospect and lead maturation, risking, and resource estimation.<br>Well planning, data acquisition, and post-well evaluation governance.<br>Contract management and exploration expenditure control.<br>MEM, JV, and EPSA stakeholder management.<br>Sound judgement and decision-making under uncertainty.<br>Excellent business and technical report writing and presentation skills.<br></p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><br></p>