Petroleum Engineer

R1,172,633 (ZAR)/yr

R563.77 (ZAR)/hr

R54,410 (ZAR)/yr

The average petroleum engineer gross salary in South Africa is R1,172,633 or an equivalent hourly rate of R564. In addition, they earn an average bonus of R54,410. Salary estimates based on salary survey data collected directly from employers and anonymous employees in South Africa. An entry level petroleum engineer (1-3 years of experience) earns an average salary of R815,778. On the other end, a senior level petroleum engineer (8+ years of experience) earns an average salary of R1,473,935.

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R1,359,404 (ZAR)

16 %

Based on our compensation data, the estimated salary potential for Petroleum Engineer will increase 16 % over 5 years.

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Petroleum Engineer, the majority at 50% with masters.

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South Africa

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South Africa, officially the Republic of South Africa (RSA or R.S.A.), is the southernmost country in Africa. It is bounded to the south by 2,798 kilometres (1,739 mi) of coastline that stretches along the South Atlantic and Indian Oceans; to the north by the neighbouring countries of Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe; and to the east and northeast by Mozambique and Eswatini. It also completely enclaves Lesotho. It is the southernmost country on the mainland of the Old World, and the second-most populous...

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Plans and designs equipment and processes to achieve the maximum profitable recovery of oil and gas. Prospects for reservoirs containing oil or natural gas. Collaborates with geologists and other specialists to understand the geologic formation and properties of the rock containing the reservoir, determine the drilling methods to be used, and monitor drilling and production operations. Develops well drilling plan... for management approval. Utilizes computer models to simulate reservoir performance using different recovery techniques and effects of various drilling options. Provides technical consultation during drilling operations. Excludes paraprofessional positions. Read More

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