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January 6th, 2009 by confabee-jobs-usa-2 | Filed under Computer & Information Technology, Oil and Gas, United States Jobs.Job ID: U18129
Location: Houston, Texas, United States
Shell Exploration & Production Company (SEPCo) is responsible for safely finding, developing and producing oil and natural gas in North America. Shell has been operating in the Gulf of Mexico for five decades and these operations provide more than 73 percent of our U.S. oil and gas production.
SEPCo is the largest of Shell’s E&P operating units, accounting for 17 percent of Shell’s worldwide oil and gas production. Based in Houston, Texas, our key operating locations are in the Gulf of Mexico, South Texas, Wyoming, Alabama, Alaska and Canada.
At Shell our commitment is to satisfy the world’s need for energy with economically, socially and environmentally responsible solutions. We seek a high standard of performance, and understand that great ideas can change the world. If you want to work with a group of creative, ambitious and innovative professionals then you should consider Shell. We will provide you with the resources to put your ideas into action, worldwide opportunities to advance your career, and outstanding benefits and rewards that support your quality of life. Join us and let’s make a real difference together.
Shell Exploration and Production Company is currently seeking a Seisemic Data Management for their Houston, Texas location.
Responsibilities:
- Works closely with customers on a regular basis on a variety of seismic projects
- Basic seismic data management responsibilities including the following:
- Seismic project creation
- Data loading/unloading
- Data quality checks
- Data manipulation
- Minor seismic data processing: scaling, balancing
· This role could include additional responsibilities:
- Prestack data loading and velocity manipulation
- Supervising contract staff
- Leading and training staff in using seismic data applications
- Mentoring staff in seismic data management / minor seismic data processing
- Works closely with other team members, outside parties and vendors in an inclusive environment that respects and encourages diversity
o No set budgets, however while filling the role of seismic data manager there will be a need for associated cost control efforts
o This role could involve supervising contract staff. Will work as part of a larger team to deliver seismic data
o The role involves working very closely with the Exploration and Development customers
o A failure in the accuracy or integrity of seismic data can lead to millions of dollars of exposure – access delays to the information alone can lead to lost efficiencies and decisions made without complete data. Seismic Data Management is a critical component of the exploration process
- Periodically working under tight deadlines to deliver seismic data to the customer
- Working on a number of seismic data projects at the same time
- Sharing knowledge and experiences, adopting ideas of others, keeping abreast of new developments, recognizing technology gaps
- Ensuring HSE compliance and taking personal accountability for the individual contributions towards the implementation of the team and corporate HSE plans
Requirements:
- Must have legal authorization to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer
- Strong math and science skills and knowledge of seismic data and seismic data formats
- Strong Unix/Linux skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Knowledge of seismic navigation/coordinate mapping
- Knowledge of MS Office products
- Knowledge of exploration and production and previous seismic data management experience
Preferred:
- >6 years of seismic data management/seismic processing experience
- Knowledge of seismic data processing – preferably land processing
- Knowledge of Landmark Seisworks/OW applications
- Knowledge of format conversion of seismic data
- Knowledge of GIS
Other Requirements:
- Willing to be a team player who can work well with others and is capable of working independently
- Willing to work over-time and/or weekends on occasion in support of urgent operational needs
- Willing to support Shell’s policy of a drug-free work environment
Educational Requirements:
- High school diploma or G.E.D.
- Preferred: Associate or BA/BS degree in Physics, Math, or related degree program
The Shell Group offers an outstanding benefits package. In order to be considered for this position, you must complete an online candidate profile at www.shell.com/careers. No phone inquiries will be accepted.
Application Deadline: Saturday 24 January 2009
Number of Vacancies: 1
Please note: We occasionally amend or withdraw Shell jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date.
Before applying, you are advised to read our data protection policy. This policy describes the processing that may be associated with your personal data and informs you that your personal data may be transferred to Royal Dutch/Shell Group companies around the world.
The Shell Group and its approved recruitment consultants will never ask you for a fee to process or consider your application for a career with Shell. Anyone who demands such a fee is not an authorised Shell representative and you are strongly advised to refuse any such demand.
Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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