Key Responsibilities

- Lead reservoir engineering and simulation studies for petroleum and coal seam gas reservoirs.
- Develop, calibrate and maintain static and dynamic reservoir models.
- Conduct reservoir performance analysis, forecasting and field development planning.
- Undertake reserves and resources assessments in accordance with recognised industry standards.
- Evaluate reservoir management strategies, production optimisation opportunities and recovery mechanisms.
- Provide technical due diligence and independent expert advice for clients and stakeholders.
- Prepare technical reports, presentations and client deliverables.
- Mentor and support junior engineers and contribute to the continued growth of the consultancy's technical capabilities.
- Carry out business development activities, proposal preparation and client relationship management.

About You

You will be a recognised gas or petroleum reservoir engineering qualified with extensive experience in both conventional and unconventional assets.

For this role you will need:

- Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- 5+ years' reservoir engineering experience within consulting, operational roles, or a combination of both.
- Demonstrated experience in reservoir modelling and simulation for petroleum and coal seam gas reservoirs.
- Strong understanding of reservoir characterisation, pressure behaviour, production forecasting and reserves estimation.




- Experience with industry-standard reservoir simulation and modelling software.
- Strong technical report writing and client communication skills.

You’ll stand out if you have:

- Chartered Engineer status or equivalent professional accreditation.
- Experience preparing Competent Person Reports (CPRs) or independent reserves assessments.
- Existing industry network within the mining, oil and gas, or energy sectors.
- Experience in Australian petroleum and coal seam gas basins.

Palaris is an independent advisory firm to the mining sector. We work where decisions carry consequences supporting:

- Resource companies (site and corporate)
- Financial institutions and lenders
- Equity investors

Our work sits at the intersection of technical insight and capital decisions, with a focus on clear, defensible judgement and practical optimisation.

What We Offer

- A 9-day fortnight and flexibility
- Bonus structure aligned to individual performance
- Lifestyle location for you and your family – Wollongong, Newcastle or Brisbane office

Interested?

We are looking for a technically strong reservoir engineering professional seeking a role that combines leadership, client engagement and complex reservoir modelling work.

Applicants must have permanent work rights for Australia. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

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📌 Principal Reservoir Engineer (Brisbane City)
🏢 Palaris
📍 Brisbane City