Upstream
Our Client is currently seeking experienced Data Acquisition (DAQ) Contractors with a strong background in unconventional oil and gas operations to support drilling, completions, stimulation, and production activities in Saudi Arabia. The role focuses on real-time and post-job data acquisition, quality control, integration, and reporting to ensure accurate decision-making across multidisciplinary teams.
Candidates must have hands-on experience in unconventional plays (e.g., shale, tight gas, tight oil) and be comfortable working in fast-paced, data-driven operational environments.
Key Responsibilities
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Acquire, monitor, validate, and manage real-time and post-job data from drilling, completions, and stimulation operations
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Ensure high-quality data capture from multiple sources including surface, downhole, and third-party service providers
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Perform data quality control (QC), validation, and troubleshooting to ensure data integrity and reliability
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Integrate DAQ systems with drilling, completions, and reservoir workflows
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Support unconventional operations such as horizontal drilling, multi-stage hydraulic fracturing, and extended reach wells
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Provide timely reports, dashboards, and visualizations for operations, engineering, and management teams
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Collaborate closely with drilling, completions, reservoir, geomechanics, and production engineers
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Interface with service companies to ensure correct configuration, calibration, and data delivery standards
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Support continuous improvement initiatives related to data workflows, automation, and digital oilfield solutions
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Ensure compliance with company standards, data governance policies, and Saudi Aramco or operator requirements
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Work on a rotational schedule in field or operations centers as required
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