Operations/ Wellsite Geologist

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Incorporated in May 2005 with the aim of providing energy solutions to the region, Gulf Energy’s group business spans Supply & Trading, Power Generation, and Upstream Oil Development, driving strategic energy investments in Kenya and across East Africa.
In Kenya, we are unlocking the country’s first commercial oil development in the South Lokichar Basin - one of the largest private sector investments in the nation’s history and a transformative milestone in Kenya’s energy and economic development.

JOB SUMMARY

Provide on-site geological support and supervision during drilling, coring, logging, and welloperations, ensuring accurate formation evaluation, real-time lithological interpretation, andeffective sample management. Deliver timely geological inputs to support safe and eQualifications▪ Degree in Geology, Earth Sciences, or a related discipline.▪ Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience in wellsite or operations geology, with priorfield experience in drilling, coring, and logging operations highly desirable.Technical Skills & Knowledge▪ Strong practical skills in core and cuttings description, stratigraphic interpretation, andbasic sedimentology.▪ Competence in interpreting LWD/wireline logs, mud logging data, and basicpetrophysical outputs, with the ability to integrate multiple geological data sources.▪ Proficiency in wellsite reporting systems, sample tracking processes, subsurface software(e.g., Petrel and other wellsite platforms), and good geological data managementpractices.▪ Knowledge of sample handling, core preservation, laboratory testing requirements, andgeological metadata standards.▪ Sound understanding of drilling operations, rig terminology, casing programs, and basicwell control principles.

RESPONSIBILITIES

REQUIRED SKILLS

Leadership skills, Equipment and tool maintenance, Power and energy solutions

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree