Training Consultant – Petroleum Reservoir Engineering Job IRES

Position: Training Consultant – Petroleum Reservoir Engineering with PETREL

Indepth Research Institute builds the capacity of people, processes, and systems for organizational success and growth, as well as nurturing a thriving ecosystem. We do this through our five lines of services: Data Solutions Excellence, Research & Insights Leadership, Technology & Innovation Enablers, Organizational Growth & Sustainability, and Training and Development.

We are seeking an experienced Petroleum Reservoir Engineering Consultant with proven expertise in PETREL software to design and deliver a high-impact Petroleum Reservoir Engineering with PETREL Training Course. The consultant will facilitate sessions that blend technical theory with hands-on practical exercises, case studies, and field-based applications to enhance participants’ competency in modern reservoir modeling, simulation, and management.

Key Responsibilities:

The consultant will be responsible for:

Course Preparation & Design

• Review and refine the provided course structure and learning objectives.
• Develop detailed session plans, training materials, presentations, and case studies aligned with PETREL functionalities and reservoir engineering concepts.
• Incorporate industry-relevant examples, data sets, and simulation exercises.

Training Delivery

• Deliver engaging and interactive sessions across all course modules, including theoretical lectures and practical PETREL lab exercises.
• Guide participants in performing reservoir modeling, data analysis, and simulation exercises using PETREL.
• Facilitate real-life case studies and group-based capstone projects to reinforce learning.

Participant Support

• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and feedback throughout the course duration.
• Ensure participants gain both conceptual understanding and applied PETREL proficiency.

Assessment & Reporting

• Evaluate participant progress through quizzes, project assessments, and presentations.
• Prepare a comprehensive post-training report summarizing participant performance, course outcomes, and recommendations for improvement.

Key Deliverables:

• Training materials and presentations for all modules.
• Practical datasets and case study exercises for PETREL-based analysis.
• A comprehensive course implementation plan and daily session schedule.
• Final course report, including participant feedback and recommendations.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Master’s or higher degree in Petroleum Engineering, Reservoir Engineering, Geoscience, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years’ professional experience in petroleum reservoir engineering and field operations.
• Demonstrated expertise in PETREL software for reservoir modeling, simulation, and data integration.
• Proven experience conducting technical training or capacity-building programs in the oil and gas sector.
• Strong analytical, facilitation, and communication skills.
• Experience using additional petroleum engineering tools (e.g., Eclipse, CMG, OFM) will be an added advantage.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV, cover letter, and copies of all required certifications to trainingjobs@indepthresearch.co.ke by 12th Oct 2025. Please include the title of the position in the subject line.

All documents must be in PDF format.

Note:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.