About this role
A full-time Data Management Support Professional is sought for a Nigerian oil and gas, exploration and production company based in Port Harcourt, Rivers. The role focuses on maintaining geophysics databases, supporting geoscientists, and managing seismic data archives to ensure critical geophysical applications run smoothly. The position involves handling data exchange procedures, software support for geophysics tools, and coordinating IT aspects related to data and environments used in geoscience work. It targets candidates with hands-on experience in geophysics data management and software such as SISMAGE, MAJIX, and XRAI NICE DCV. The employer operates within the oil and gas sector and requires strong technical and collaborative skills in a multicultural setting.
What you would do
- Generate geophysics documents, charts, plots, listings, and interpretation materials.
- Ensure the functionality and availability of the SISMAGE software application.
- Develop and maintain data exchange procedures with partners and industry stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate geophysics databases using various data sources.
- Manage seismic data archives including indexing, transfer, storage and monitoring of tapes.
- Monitor disk space and prepare capacity plans for future projects.
- Test software applications, recommend improvements and liaise with vendors as needed.
- Provide technical guidance, manuals and training on SISMAGE for geophysicists and technicians.
- Collaborate with application support and Geoscience departments to improve efficiency.
- Coordinate with IT teams to manage disk space, Linux machines, and MAJIX and XRAI NICE DCV environments.
What they are asking for
- B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Engineering, Science, Geophysics or related discipline.
- Experience supporting geoscientists and managing technical data in an oil and gas environment.
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
- Good knowledge of Linux, MAJIX, and XRAI NICE DCV environments.
- Hands-on experience with the SISMAGE application.
- Experience in seismic data acquisition and seismic data management.
- Strong database management skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Several years of relevant experience in Geophysics and Geoscience data management.
- Excellent analytical, communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
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