Position Summary
We are seeking a Deepwater Subsurface Manager to lead planning and execution of a multi-well exploration/appraisal drilling campaign in 2026, followed by immediate development. This role demands strong leadership to manage multidisciplinary teams, ensure efficient collaboration, and deliver technically robust and cost-effective development plans.
Key Responsibilities
- Subsurface Leadership:
- Full accountability for all subsurface aspects of deepwater exploration, appraisal, and development.
- Lead all subsurface elements of the 2026 exploration campaign to ensure success and accurate resource characterization.
- Develop pre-planned alternative scenarios enabling fast-tracked FID post-drilling.
- Reservoir Characterization:
- Oversee reservoir modeling and simulation by integrating geological, geophysical, and petrophysical data to support development decisions.
- Development Planning:
- Direct the creation of development plans, including well placement, drilling schedules, production forecasts, and resource allocation.
- Team Management:
- Lead a multidisciplinary team of national and expatriate geoscientists and engineers across locations.
- Engage third-party consultants to support project execution.
- Stakeholder Communication:
- Provide clear and regular updates to senior management, stakeholders, and regulators regarding project progress, risks, and outcomes.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 15 years of oil & gas experience.
- At least 10 years of experience in subsurface deepwater field appraisal and development.
- Background in Reservoir Engineering or Geoscience.
- Minimum Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree or professional certifications are a plus.
- Proven success in leading subsurface teams and collaborating across functions (e.g., drilling, exploration, subsea facilities).
- Demonstrated experience in:
- Exploration and development of deepwater gas fields.
- Working across various deepwater depositional environments.
- Gas and liquid-rich gas plays.
- Multi-country project experience.
- Acting as interface between client and third-party contractors (preferred).
- Strong project management skills, with ability to deliver within scope, budget, and timeline.
- Ability to work independently and drive outcomes with limited oversight.
What We Offer
- A diverse and inclusive workplace where every voice is heard and valued.
- Opportunities for career growth in the transition to low-carbon energy.
- A values-driven culture focused on innovation, belonging, and sustainability.
- Support for reskilling and leveraging transferable skills.
Join Us
- Build on your past and be ready for the future. At Worley, we're creating a sustainable world. Whatever your ambition, there's a place for you here. Join us to explore diverse opportunities and help deliver global change.
