Downhole DST Field Technician
Australia, Queensland, Harristown
Fulltime: 84 hrs a week
Experience: 4-6 Years
Education Level: Secondary School
Conventional Energy
Introduction
An Australian energy well services company with more than 15 years of proven expertise is seeking an experienced Downhole Drill Stem Testing (DST) Field Technician. The company partners with leading operators to provide well completion equipment, field services and performance solutions that support reliable, efficient and safe production.
With a history in DST, the company continues to deliver downhole testing services across conventional and unconventional oil and gas, as well as the mining industry.
What are you going to do
You will help lead and deliver downhole DST operations, preparing and operating specialist equipment and coordinating work with drilling crews, surface well-testing teams and client representatives.
DST skills are also transferable to completions operations, and training will be available to help you broaden your capability.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate crews during DST operations
- Inspect, assemble and pressure-test downhole tools before they are run in the well
- Oversee the installation, positioning and retrieval of testing equipment
- Operate specialist downhole valves and tools in line with the planned testing sequence
- Set packers to isolate the section of the well being tested
- Manage planned flow and shut-in periods to measure reservoir pressure and production behaviour
- Monitor pressure readings and tool performance, identifying potential issues
- Troubleshoot equipment and operational problems, and oversee equipment servicing between jobs
- Maintain well-control standards, including operating limits, pressure barriers and emergency procedures
- Coordinate with drilling crews, surface well-testing teams and client representatives
- Record tool operations, test timings and equipment performance
Essential skills and knowledge
- At least five years' field experience in downhole DST
- Experience with a major oilfield service providers
- Strong knowledge of downhole testing tools, equipment and operating procedures
- A practical, mechanically minded approach to troubleshooting
- A strong commitment to safe work practices and well control
- Ability to coordinate effectively with crews, clients and other service teams
What we offer
- Base salary of $87,680, plus a $260 field allowance for each day worked on a job
- Estimated total earnings of $118,880 per year, plus superannuation, based on around 120 field days. Actual field earnings will vary.
- Broaden your DST experience into completions operations, with training provided
- Work across conventional and unconventional oil and gas, as well as mining
- Join an Australian energy well services company with more than 15 years' expertise
- Work with leading operators on specialist well services
- Toowoomba based on a 15/13 rotation.
About Brunel
Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.
Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.
Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.
Do you have questions?
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Scott McAdam:E: s.mcadam@brunel.net | Mob: 0404 653 603