Geoscientist

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Geological evaluation

Interpret and analyze geological and other technical data to establish the stratigraphic and structural framework of the sedimentary basin.Establish the working petroleum system by assessing charge, migration and retention using state-of-the-art basin modelling software.Synthesize results with the Petroleum Geophysics team interpretation to identify prospective targets using play-based exploration techniques.Risk, rank, mature and identify the drilling targets. Done in collaboration with the Petroleum Geophysics team and using internationally recognized guidelines for risk assessment of prospects.Review and confirm the robustness of the drilling target/s to be recommended for drilling.Plan the geological component of the drilling program by establishing the well prognosis; logging and sampling; and post-well evaluation programs.Design and plan field geological programs (e.g. outcrop mapping and rock sampling, geochemical survey)Implement the approved field geological programs.Quality check the geological/geochemical data being acquired to ensure compliance with project specifications.Verify and investigate reported oil and/or gas seeps.During drilling operation, act as Well Site Geologist.Describe the cuttings and interpret the formation penetrated.Ensure every stage of the geological component of the drilling program (mudlogging, wireline logging, sampling, etc.) is followed.Recommend whether to drill ahead, suspend or terminate based on the interpretation of all drilling data.Ensure that the quality of sampling and logging are within the project specification.Provide daily geological report on the updates of the drilling operation to the designated Operation Geologist.

Business Transaction

Prepare documents for application for the DOE’s Philippine Energy Contracting Round and overseas petroleum bid round.

Risk Management

Ensure confidentiality of proprietary data to guarantee zero data leak and prevent breach in contract/agreements.Report identified risk and mitigating measures related to petroleum exploration project.

Cross-Functional

Collaborate with other Departments/Units (e.g., ERD, HSSED) in securing the required permits, endorsement, approval of stakeholders and implementation of exploration projects.Participate as technical resource person during Information, Education and Communication (IEC) campaignsevaluate and recommend proposal/ tender documents of third party contractors prior to project implementationImplement training/mentoring programs for on-the-job trainees.

Reporting

Ensure preparation of all reports associated to the above technical duties in compliance with technical project specifications and Company’s quality management reporting system.Provide updates on the progress of exploration activities.Ensure preparation of reportorial requirements of petroleum service contracts.

Continuous Improvement

Upgrade technical competency through review of periodicals, participation in in-house training programs, secondment, scholarship, and attendance in seminars, workshops, conferences and specialized trainings.Provide updates and revisions of existing policy/procedures appropriate for the unit and the Company.

Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures and the Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) policies of the Company.

Perform other necessary and related tasks to achieve the Department’s and the Company’s goals.

PNOC Exploration Corporation is the upstream oil, gas and coal subsidiary of the state-owned Philippine National Oil Company. A government owned and controlled corporation, the Company was incorporated on 20 April 1976 and is mandated by the government through the Department of Energy (DOE) to take the lead in exploration, development and production of the country’s oil, gas and coal resources. The company likewise owns and operates a private commercial port – the Energy Supply Base (ESB) – in Mabini, Batangas which provides berthing, cargo handling, storage and warehousing facilities to its clients.