Exploration Manager JOB DESCRIPTION GUIDE

Exploration Manager Salary Guide

Looking to hire top talent or advance your career? Our expertly researched salary guide for 2024 provides valuable insights into Oil and Gas positions!

Exploration Manager Core Duties and Qualifications

An exploration engineer (oil and gas) is a key player in oil and gas who discovers, transforms and assesses the various sources of potential oil and gas deposits. The opportunity is to carry out geological and geophysical surveys,interpret seismic data and determine whether the exploration projects are economically workable.

Exploration engineers interact with cross- functional team members and engineers to design and execute plans in the exploration process that increase likelihood of successful finds.

Desired Profile For A Exploration Manager

Roles and Duties

Exploration managers are absolutely necessary at the first stages of the field’s development, influencing the direction of drilling operations while they are also in charge of the other following duties and responsibilities:

Perform geological and geophysical tests to find possible reservoirs.
Find out the presence of underground formations through analysis of data.
Formulate exploration strategies using the geological data and the economic aspects of it.
Consult with laboratory engineers and geological scientists about exploratory operations.
Look at economic feasibility as well as conduct the necessary risk analysis.
Make sure to be in agreement with environmental regulations and standards.
Develop the reports and submit those to management.
Keep up with the latest technology trends and best practices.

Qualifications And Certifications

Find below the specifications and certifications given by top oil and gas companies for the job of an exploration manager.

Required bachelor’s degree or equivalent in:
- Geology
- Geophysics
- Petroleum engineering
- Related field
Master’s degree in geology, geophysics, or related field.
Professional certifications of:
- Professional Geologist (PG) certification
- Certified Petroleum Geologist (CPG)
- Certified Petroleum Engineer
- And others are suggested

Skills And Expertise

Below outlined is the list of required skill sets and experience for the role of exploration manager:

8–12 years of prior exploration, geology, geophysics, or related experience.
Knowledge of geophysical software (Schlumberger, Halliburton) & geological modeling software (Petrel, Geomodeler).
Knowledge of programming languages like Python, Java, etc.
Knowledge of environmental standards, rules, and regulations for exploration.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
Time management and organizational skills.
Good communication skills.
Leadership and team management.

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