Operations / Development Geologist

Operations / Development Geologist

$180,000 - $205,000 Base + 27.5% Bonus + Benefits + Hybrid Working

Dallas, TX (4 Days Office / Friday Remote)

Are you an Operations or Development Geologist with experience in unconventional oil and gas, looking for a hands-on role where you can directly influence drilling operations and field development?

On offer is an excellent opportunity to join an established US oil and gas operator, supporting an active drilling programme across its Haynesville and South Texas assets, with a competitive salary, excellent bonus potential and long-term stability.

This company is an established independent operator with significant oil and gas assets across the US. With an extensive inventory of future drilling locations and a highly experienced team, they are focused on maximising production and developing their existing assets.

In this role, you will support active drilling rigs, identifying infill drilling opportunities, planning development wells and analysing geological data to optimise drilling decisions.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Operations or Development Geologist looking to take ownership of meaningful drilling projects within a stable, collaborative business.

The Role:

• Support active drilling rigs, primarily across the Haynesville.
• Identify infill drilling opportunities and plan development wells.
• Analyse geological data, well logs and subsurface formations.
• Support drilling operations and evaluate well performance.

The Candidate:

• Experience in Operations or Development Geology within upstream oil and gas.
• Experience with unconventional shale oil and gas assets.
• Haynesville experience highly desirable; Eagle Ford also relevant.
• Familiarity with StarSteer

Rise Technical Recruitment Inc of 1011 Centre Rd, Suite 322, Wilmington, DE 19805 act as an employer-paid private personnel agency.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.