Upstream Operations Data Analyst

Description

Position Summary

The Upstream Operations Data Analyst will be a key contributor in managing and analyzing drilling and completion data to support optimization and performance improvement across the organization.  This individual will serve as a key link between field operations, engineering, and leadership by transforming raw operational data into meaningful insights that drive informed decision-making.  The ideal candidate brings strong analytical and visualization skills, a proactive mindset with a passion for improving workflows and data integrity, and a general understanding of upstream oil and gas operations.

Key Responsibilities 

· Develop, Maintain, and enhance datasets, dashboards, and reporting tools that support daily drilling and completion performance tracking

· Aggregate and validate large volumes of operational data from multiple internal and third-party systems to ensure data quality, consistency, and accessibility

· Create visualizations and performance dashboards in Power BI, Spotfire, and Excel to communicate key metrics to technical and leadership teams

· Facilitate generation of cost estimates and maintain ongoing progress tracking for project budgets and schedules

· Conduct analytical deep dives into drilling, completion, and production datasets to identify performance trends, cost drivers, and efficiency opportunities

· Support engineering and operations teams by providing workflow automation solutions

· Collaborate with IT, engineers, and operations personnel to standardize data collection, nomenclature, and reporting processes

· Maintain and evolve master data structures for drilling and completions

· Assist in developing and implementing data governance best practices to ensure consistent, reliable data across platforms

· Contribute to ongoing digital transformation and continuous improvement initiatives focused on enhancing visibility, automation, and decision support

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Engineering, Computer Science, Petroleum Technology, or a related field (preferred)

· Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and Spotfire for data analysis and visualization. Familiarity with Microsoft Project also preferred

· Experience with SQL, Python, or similar tools for data querying, transforming, or automation

· Demonstrated ability to translate complex datasets into actionable insights

· Passion for contributing to collaborating and working with teams to innovate, develop, and continuously develop and improve systems and processes

· Ability to travel monthly with occasional overnight stay required

· Prior experience in upstream oil & gas, preferably with exposure to drilling, completions, or production operations

· Understanding of upstream operational data flows (daily drilling reports, completion reports, cost tracking, time/depth data, etc.)

· Familiarity with data warehouse environments and API-based data integration

· Background in supporting multi-rig, multi-pad, or multi-fleet operations with analytics and reporting solutions

Core Competencies

• Collaborative Team Player: Engages effectively with engineering, operations, and IT to align data efforts with business objectives

• Self-Starter: Driven to identify opportunities, streamline workflows, and deliver value with minimal supervision

• Analytical: Enthusiastic about uncovering insights to improve efficiency and reduce cost

• Detail-Oriented: Ensures data integrity and reporting accuracy in fast-paced operational environments

• Communicative: Able to present findings in formats which are clear to both technical and non-technical stakeholders within the organization