Tuesday, July 30, 2013

LNG market will be tight through 2014 on Asia demand, IEA says

The Sakhalin Energy LNG tanker at a jetty in Russia. (Shell)

Global liquefied natural gas markets will face “unprecedented” tightness this year and next as incremental LNG demand from Asia exceeds new supply, according to the International Energy Agency.

Supply of the chilled fuel will increase by 2018 as new projects start in Australia, boosting global LNG trade by 31 percent from 2012 levels, the Paris-based IEA said in its Medium-Term Gas Report released today.

About 138 billion cubic meters a year of LNG production was under construction as of mid-2013, bringing total capacity to at least 500 billion cubic meters by 2018, according to the IEA. Of the new supply, almost 86 billion cubic meters will be sold to Asia and more than 80 percent has been contracted on a long-term basis, according to the report.

“There are many uncertainties about medium-term trends on the global LNG market,” including the direction of Japanese nuclear policy, Chinese purchases, delays at Australia’s liquefaction projects and the number of U.S. LNG export plants that will be approved, the IEA said. “Given these uncertainties, LNG buyers are changing their procurement strategy towards the introduction of new price mechanisms and away from the traditional oil price linkage, in addition to espousing stable supplies and reducing procurement costs.”


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Receptionist/Secretary (90505)

Administrative and customer service duties.
Fluency in Korean preferred.

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Opinion: A protest in U.S. oil country spells trouble for fracking abroad

This vehicle was dumped by protesters in Gardendale, Texas, a neighborhood near Midland in the heart of the Permian basin, none other than the largest oil province in the U.S. Courtesy Dan Boggs.

Gardendale, Texas, sits on the Permian Basin, the largest oil province in the United States. That makes it an unlikely site of anti-fracking protests and an even more unlikely bellwether for shale gas drilling activity in Europe and Asia. And yet it is.

About 15 residents in the town, population 1,574, are waging an anti-drilling crusade against Berry Petroleum. They have tried to turn Gardendale into an official municipality, which would give them more control over gas exploration and production near their homes. They launched a website to chronicle Berry’s alleged misdeeds, and a YouTube channel with short “Berry Tales” videos. They have, if nothing else, painted a drilling trailer which they playfully call the “Gardenhell scar” and dumped it near a group of oil storage tanks.

Many Gardendale residents I spoke to say they aren’t against drilling, just against Berry’s manner of drilling, which involves fracking — the technique in which water, sand and chemicals are blasted deep underground to break up hydrocarbon-rich rock formations. Their reasons for kicking up dust over Berry’s development plan resemble the complaints of landowners in Pennsylvania and other areas where shale drilling has taken hold: There are too many wells in a small area; the rigs are too close to backyards; the stream of trucks flows all hours of the day and night.

Annalee Gulley, a spokeswoman for Berry Petroleum who works for KGBTexas Communications, declined to comment. Berry created this website to describe its plans and has held community meetings to answer questions and address concerns, participants say.

The residents’ main objection however is largely unspoken: Unlike TV’s oil-soaked Beverly Hillbillies, or the many landowners who became fracking millionaires, the Texans don’t really get paid for their inconvenience and worry.

In the U.S., most landowners own the mineral rights to their properties. They are willing to allow drilling because it can make them rich. Oil companies have put wells in the middle of residential neighborhoods and beside schools and churches in the Fort Worth area because landowners enjoyed a financial benefit.

That’s not the case in western Texas, where land has changed hands so many times over decades that it’s rare for a landowner to own his mineral rights.

This predicament, an aberration in the U.S., is the norm in the U.K., Poland, Canada, China, France and pretty much everywhere else. That’s what makes Gardendale an unusual indicator of how shale gas initiatives might proceed abroad.

Gardendale’s situation “is quite common around the world,” said Kevin Shaw, a lawyer specializing in energy and natural resources at Mayer Brown in Houston. “In the end, you’re still going to get those wells drilled, but it’s going to be harder. It’s going to take longer and it’s going to be more expensive.”

Companies from Exxon Mobil Corp. to Royal Dutch Shell Plc. have inked mega-deals in the past year to take the U.S. gas revolution on a road show, including Shell’s $10 billion Ukraine exploration agreement signed in January.

Fracking might need a makeover if it’s going to fly in, say, the English countryside, where landowners won’t have a chance to get rich, said Barry Munro, leader of Ernst & Young’s oil and gas practice in Canada, another place it is rare for landowners to hold mineral rights.
Without the option of buying landowners’ esteem, drilling companies have little choice but to engage in what might be called fracking diplomacy.

“In the past, people always thought developing a ‘social license to operate’ was important, but didn’t make a direct link to success or failure that impacted their profitability,” Munro said. “Now oil and gas companies have come to realize that their ability to turn a profit depends as much on reputation management as good engineering or strong geoscience skills.”

Translation: Companies such as Berry must address and quell complaints like those that Gardendale’s protesters have about drilling.

Community relations — “stakeholder management” in the anodyne jargon of corporate sustainability — has become a critical part of operations for many extractive industries.

Berry’s website explains the company’s local philanthropy to community initiatives and education. The company appears yet to deploy sustainability measures as systematically as much larger firms. Berry ranks below the industry average in its disclosure of environmental, social and corporate governance performance, according to public data assembled by Bloomberg LP.

Energy executives warn against counting on a fracking-fueled oil and gas boom outside the U.S. for the same reasons Berry faces in Gardendale. U.S. fracking “is advanced for a number of reasons,” including the “royalty component,” Michael Yeager, CEO of the oil-producing arm of Australian conglomerate BHP Billiton, said in a March interview. “It’s going to stay that way in our opinion for a long period of time.”


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Spanish Tutor (South Redondo Beach)

We would like to find a female college student (or graduate) who is either a Spanish or secondary education major or who has worked for 2-3 years as a tutor at the high school level. You should have a strong knowledge of Spanish through Spanish IV.

The tutor must be able to work with our daughter on Saturdays or Sundays. We are looking for someone to start immediately and continue to the end of the school year.
If interested, please submit a resume and college transcript. Pay will be based upon experience.
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Fed: fracking study won’t be done until 2016

Workers adjust piping during a natural gas hydraulic fracturing operation at an Encana Oil & Gas Inc. drilling site in western Colorado. (Brennan Linsley/AP)

CLEVELAND — A U.S. Environmental Protection Agency official tells an Ohio fracking conference that a study of the threat to drinking water from the shale-drilling process won’t be completed until 2016.

That’s the word from Jeanne Briskin, coordinator of hydraulic fracturing research at the EPA’s Office of Research and Development. She spoke Tuesday at a two-day conference on the subject in Cleveland.

The Akron Beacon Journal reports that Briskin said the EPA could release a preliminary report late next year. She described the work as “complex research.”

Congress in 2010 directed the agency to investigate the threat to groundwater and air from the controversial hydraulic-fracturing process in Ohio and other states.

Critics say it is harmful to the environment.

The conference continues Wednesday.


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Office Executive Assistant (El Monte Ca)

Basic Requirements:
Min 1-2 years of working in a professional environment. A person who is able to work in a fast paced setting, Is Organized, Is a Fast Learner, A Good Problem Solver, And a Team-Player. Must possess great communication skills. Professional etiquette and willingness to handle any task assigned.

Position can evolve into other areas once given tasks are mastered.
Mandarin or Spanish is a PLUS.
OMS is a PLUS
Full Time Only!
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E&P Field Services Roustabout Foreman - SouthWestern Energy Company - Damascus, AR

Southwestern Energy Company is a rapidly growing, independent producer of domestic natural gas an important natural resource that helps fuel our nation’s economy while playing a critical role in America’s quest for energy independence. Southwestern Energy Company began operating in Arkansas 80 years ago. We now produce primarily natural gas from more than 1.5 million acres of land and have expanded our operations into Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania and Canada. We also engage in natural gas gathering and marketing activities in our core market areas in support of exploration and production activities.

Job Summary:

Utilizes general knowledge of oil and gas rig-up procedures, flow back operating procedures, and maintenance procedures for flow back equipment. Supervises a roustabout crew on the rig-up or operation of frac equipment, water capture equipment, flow back, and coil tubing drill-out equipment. Supervises the general maintenance of light plants, flow back equipment, and frac tanks. Ensures all Company Policies / HS&E practices, policies, and procedures are communicated and adhered to by roustabout crews. Completes and submits daily/weekly/monthly reports.

Qualifications:
A High School Diploma or GED is required. A valid Driver’s License is required; a CDL license is preferred. Oil and gas experience is preferred. Must have good HS&E practices and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook & Excel). Must be able to lift 60 pounds on a regular basis.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Required to work day and night shifts, overtime, and weekends if necessary; responsible for responding to call-outs when needed. Supervises routine maintenance such as valve repair, flow back iron repair, light plant repair, and miscellaneous repairs on oil and gas frac and flow back equipment. Supervises labor and equipment for rig-up of oil and gas tank batteries, oil and gas flow back equipment, and artificial lift installations. Provides addition and replacement of oil and gas equipment when needed. Purchases and maintains inventory of spare parts for rig-up and repairs. Supervises a roustabout crew’s operation, testing and reporting requirements for flow back/ coil tubing drill-outs. Comprehends and communicates the overall procedure, plan, or goal to required personnel including contractors and vendors. Analyze data and make any required adjustments in a timely manner. Trains roustabouts in oil and gas rig-up, flow back operation, and maintenance procedures. Ensures all Company Policies / HS&E practices, policies, and procedures are communicated and adhered to by roustabout crews. Evaluates roustabout crew’s performance. Completes and submits daily activity reports, daily JSA’s, weekly well site checklist, crew’s weekly payroll, and monthly time allocation reports.

SOUTHWESTERN ENERGY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER (M/F/V/D)
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Part - Time Guest Services (Nothing Bundt Cakes, Santa Monica)

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Production Foreman - Continental Resources, Inc. - Tioga, ND

Job Title: Production Foreman
Department: Northern Region Production - Tioga

SUMMARY

The Production Foreman is responsible for overseeing completion/production workovers while ensuring compliance with all safety, environmental, and governmental requirements. Foreman must have a working knowledge of rig operations, downhole operations and related equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise all phases of completions and production operations on site with workover rig.

Ensure work is completed in compliance with all safety and environmental standards set by Continental

Analyze downhole issues and recommend remedial action

Work closely with office staff to ensure that operations and material are carried out/ delivered in an efficient manner

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of five years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

H2S Training

Valid state operator's license


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Financial Manager (staff accountant) for UCLArts and Healing (Santa Monica)

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Driller - Idaho - Thermasource - Idaho

Job Descriptions:
Develops a safe work culture by supervising, training and coaching employees. Critical to any Drilling operation by operating the Drilling Rig and all Rig operations.

Conducts safety meetings and safety drills. Ensures all employees and service personnel follow company safety and production policies.

Responsible for the safe, efficient, productive operation of all necessary Drilling Equipment.

Drilling rig controls.

Mud circulating system.

Proper handling of BHA.

Properly tracks and monitors drilling and tripping trends.

Operates the rig safely and efficiently.

Makes competent decisions when abnormalities occur.

Responsible for knowing all activities/equipment required on and around the rig.

Responsible for knowing and following the Well Program.

Assists with the supervision of Rig moves, positions, sets up the rig at the desired location and dismantles the rig once drilling is complete.

Crew leader

Knows every pick and load.

Knows rig layout.

Utilizes proper rigging techniques and issuing signals.

Plans and organizes duties for their crew, monitors crew’s progress and evaluates their performance.

Keeps crew busy with productive, efficient work.

Evaluates crew members quarterly.

Completes Corrective Action Reports, when necessary.

Ensures that crews properly understand and follow all safety/production procedures.

Leads by example.

Coaches crew on Company Policies.

Ensures that all maintenance and repairs are performed on a daily basis.

Full knowledge of maintaining all rig equipment.

Instructs crew on proper maintenance.

Keeps track of all company paperwork, and ensures that it is being completed properly.

Coaches and ensures all paperwork is completed correctly and accurately.

Keeps accurate detailed records of the rig's production and well information.

Accurately completes IADC Tour sheet.

Knows where position in the hole at all times.

Keeps an accurate record of BHA and drill string.

Maintains the highest level of professionalism at all times.

Leads by example.

Motivates crew to work in a safe and efficient manner.

Keeps the crew busy and strives to increase production thru safe, efficient means.

Assists and reports to Rig Manager and Co-Man.

Follows chain of Command

Keeps Rig Manager informed of all duties.

Required Experience:
Skills/Qualifications/Competencies:
1-2 years of experience as a Floorhand , 1+ years of experience as a Motor and 2+ years of experience as a Derrick.

High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Must have excellent reading, writing, comprehension and organizational skills.

Supervisory experience is preferred. Must have strong leadership abilities, and be able to effectively communicate with others.

Must have the ability to problem solve, to apply critical thinking, common sense, able to reason and handle a high degree of stress well.

Must be committed to a high standard of safety, and be willing and able to comply with all safety regulations and Company safety policies.

Must have a positive and professional attitude, be reliable, self-motivated and maintain a strong work ethic.

Must be willing to work in Idaho.

Physical Demands:
While performing the essential functions of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, climb, balance, bend over, kneel, crouch and crawl.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, lift up to 100 pounds and push/pull/move up to 150 pounds.

This position requires specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Must be able to successfully perform all functions of the Human Performance Evaluation (HPE) for this position.

Keyword: rig,driller,drilling,geothermal
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P/T Personal Ass't Video Editing/Design (near CSULB)

Professionally you must be energetic, organized, precise, neat and dependable; personally, you should be well-groomed and personable. You will be working in my home office near CSULB; work at the main office in Temple City or in Walnut areas not out of the question, although not required.

You must have your own transportation. You should live in the area for convenience. This is an excellent opportunity for an upper-division or grad student at CSULB.

Flexible hours. Availability on Mondays and Wednesdays, for at least a few hours, is a must through mid-June; after that, my schedule will change. Other hours during the week can be arranged for mutual convenience.

$9/hour during "probationary" period of one month. After that you will be given a raise based on your skills and the workload your are able to assume.
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