Operations Geologist

Position Summary

This position is responsible for coordinating the subsurface activities and data collection during drilling activities to support world-class exploration, development and operations of geothermal resources globally. An individual in this role will work in a industry leading collaborative and multi-disciplinary environment.

Essential Functions

• Maintains a safe work place and takes responsibility for safety with the goal of zero incidents.
• Performs a variety of tasks with a capability to work independently or within a team environment. Completes work assignments with suitable levels of supervision.
• Acts in a dependable manner and uses sound judgement in all activities.
• Possesses a high willingness to receive coaching, mentoring and training to continually improve.
• Prepares technical insights in a suitable communication method such as reports and presentations with accurate use of company tools, templates and standards.
• Manages data and information in a manner that is consistent with company systems and processes.
• Serves as a lead during drilling operations ensuring timely communication and delivery of geological information to relevant stakeholders between the office, wellsite, and third-party vendors
• Coordinates subsurface data acquisition activities to ensure subsurface data requirements are delivered as planned.
• Supports well planning activities by designing formation evaluation programs, identifying data acquisition vendors and tools of potential interest, and contributing to planning documentation.
• Monitors and reports geological data relevant to well operations.
• Compiles and archives well data received during operations in accordance with company policy.
• Prepares composite logs and end-of-well reports, identifying operational lessons learned and applying them to future operations.
• Tracks the performance of third-party data acquisition activities to identify opportunities to improve efficiency, decrease cost, and maximize the value of the data collected.
• Complies with federal, state, and local regulations and follows best practices related to environmental and regulatory guidelines.
• Uses cutting-edge technology and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manages and mines data for all information related to geoscience, wells and prospects.
• Collaborates with company stakeholders on drilling or exploration projects including Operations, Business Development, Transmission, Compliance, and others.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to Ormat’s auto insurance carrier.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays as required.

Other Responsibilities

• Other duties and projects as assigned by management

Education, Experience, and Skills Required

• Must possess Bachelor of Science in Geology or a relevant geoscience subject.
• Must have 10-20 years’ experience in an operations geologist role, with a proven track record of planning and executing data acquisition activities, including wireline logging programs, for operated wells.
• Must be able to use and acquire knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation, and AI. Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and use of the Internet.
• Proficiency in technical specialist applications including but not limited to Strater and Surfer.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English at a level which will permit the employee to accurately understand and communicate information to safely and efficiently perform the job duties. Proficiency in other languages is advantageous, especially in Spanish and Bahasa (Indonesia).
• Ability to prioritize and plan work activities so time is used efficiently and effectively.
• Must demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness to ensure quality performance.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate strong professional judgment and organizational skills to successfully manage multiple priorities and achieve objectives. Utilize creativity and resourcefulness to complete tasks and meet organizational goals.
• Support to an effective team environment, be dependable, engaged, and contribute to a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements

• The ability to work in an office environment and to work at a computer, and computer monitor, and use repetitive motion for long periods of time.
• The ability to work in a power plant and wellfield near hot pipes, drilling rigs and heavy equipment.
• The ability to navigate and work in remote field locations and work outdoors in difficult weather conditions.
• The ability to walk, hike, and work on steep, rough terrain.
• The ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
• The ability to periodically lift up to 25 lbs.
• The ability to travel up to 20% of the time.