Introduction

Brunel is supporting a major player in the Oil & Gas industry in the search for an experienced Operations Geologist for an exciting international opportunity based in Suriname.

Location: Paramaribo, Suriname

Contract Duration: 2 years

Rotation: 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off

What are you going to do 

We are looking for professionals with strong experience in geological operations support during drilling campaigns, ideally within offshore exploration environments.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Real-time geological operations monitoring while drilling
  • Pore & fracture pressure follow-up and temperature monitoring
  • Well preparation activities (3W / WSOR processes)
  • Coordination of geological data acquisition programs
  • Support and coordination of wellsite geological teams
  • Post-well analysis, reporting, and data archiving
  • Interface with Subsurface, Asset, Operational and HSE teams
  • Management of service providers and data acquisition quality
  • Contribution to well optimization, operational efficiency, and HSE compliance

The successful candidate will play a critical role throughout the full well lifecycle (from planning and execution through post-well evaluation), while ensuring operational integrity, data quality, and compliance with local regulations.

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Strong background in exploration drilling operations
  • Experience with geological operations and real-time drilling support
  • Offshore exposure is highly desirable
  • Ability to work in multicultural and highly collaborative environments
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Occasional offshore visits and regional travel may be required.

Closing: 25 July 2026

Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: TR-291396

IM

Corporate recruiter

Isabel Machareth

+55 21 3328 2828

Contact

$name

Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

Are you the perfect match for this vacancy? Apply in 1 minute and let's get in touch!

your-application-process[1]