Australia, Brisbane
Fulltime: 40 hrs a week
Experience: > 10 Years
Education Level: Academic Bachelor
Conventional Energy
Closing: 31 July 2025

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Introduction

Brunel is partnering with a leading energy operator to source a Senior Production Technologist with expertise in CSG Hydraulic Fracture Stimulation.

This Brisbane-based contract role will support the Future Volumes team by advancing stimulation strategies, driving innovation, and embedding best practices.

The ideal candidate will have deep technical knowledge in tight coal formations and strong leadership to mentor and influence across teams.

What are you going to do 

  • Lead screening and evaluation of well design and completion options for tight coal development
  • Mature Production Technology scopes to high decision quality, balancing risk and value
  • Integrate log, core, DFIT, and microseismic data into stimulation planning and design
  • Provide technical input into project deliverables such as Well Design Concepts, Concept Select Reports and Functional Specifications
  • Coach and mentor junior production technologists and other cross-functional team members
  • Champion innovation, best practice application, and continuous improvement across fracture stimulation processes

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Essential: Extensive experience in Coal Seam Gas (CSG), with a strong focus on hydraulic fracture stimulation in tight coal formations. Prior knowledge of the Surat Basin is highly preferred; however, comparable experience in other CSG basins globally will be considered.
  • Tertiary qualification in Petroleum Engineering or a relevant engineering discipline.
  • Recognised subject matter expert in CSG Hydraulic Fracture Stimulation, with a proven track record of delivering outcomes across the full stimulation lifecycle.
  • Demonstrated expertise in front-end screening, fracture design, operational execution, and economic evaluation.
  • Strong understanding of Surat Basin geology and development challenges, with experience applying stimulation techniques in tight coal formations.
  • Proven ability to lead and influence multi-disciplinary teams and engage with senior stakeholders to drive technical decisions.
  • Skilled in integrating various data sources (e.g., DFIT, microseismic, well logs) into informed and optimised fracture designs.
  • Excellent planning, communication, and leadership capabilities, with a strong focus on delivery and execution.
  • Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and develop others, with a collaborative mindset and commitment to fostering a high-performance team culture.

What we offer 

  • Excellent day rate!
  • Salary sacrificing options
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Corporate discounts

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 and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 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,Email: s.mcadam@brunel.net or Tel: 0404 653 603

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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.

Do you have questions?

SM

Scott McAdam

0404 653 603

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