SGS: Well Test DAQ Engineer — Wingfield, SA, Australia

About SGS

SGS provides testing, inspection and certification services. Its employer descriptions connect this work with quality, compliance and sustainability, using laboratory and other business facilities to deliver services. These activities address related but distinct needs: examining products or materials, assessing conditions against requirements, and establishing conformity with an applicable framework. The business provides organisations with evidence and assessments relevant to their operations, supported by scientific, technical and administrative work around the services delivered.

The position and its setting

SGS lists Well Test DAQ Engineer in Wingfield, SA, Australia, under reference REF92709I. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Department: Inspection and Field Testing
• Employment type: Full-time
• Employer listing date: 23 October 2026
• Contract Type: Standard
• Legal Entity: SGS Australia
• Brands: SGS

Responsibilities and work described

• We are seeking an experienced Well Test DAQ Engineer to join our team in a FIFO role on an even-time roster
• This is a hands-on technical role supporting data acquisition (DAQ) systems and well-testing operations, with a focus on accurate data capture, equipment performance and safe delivery in the field
• Key responsibilities include:
• Actively assist with the rig-up, rig-down and preparation of well test packages, working alongside field crews to ensure safe and efficient operations
• Support: general well testing activities and assist operational personnel as required to maximise crew efficiency and productivity
• Set up, operate and maintain Data Acquisition (DAQ) systems used in well testing operations
• Transition into primary DAQ responsibilities once the well test package is fully operational, ensuring accurate monitoring and recording of well data
• Monitor, capture, validate and manage operational data to ensure accuracy and reliability throughout well testing activities
• Troubleshoot DAQ hardware, software and associated instrumentation to minimise operational disruptions
• Prepare, review and submit accurate end-of-well data reports to clients within required timeframes
• Maintenance: DAQ equipment and associated systems in accordance with operational and maintenance requirements
• Work: collaboratively with well test supervisors and field crews to ensure operational requirements and client expectations are met
• Follow established safety procedures and actively contribute to a health, safety and environmental culture
• Support: the delivery of safe, efficient and high-quality well testing operations

Essential requirements and candidate background

• You are a technically capable and safety-focused professional who is comfortable working in remote field environments and supporting operational teams
• To be successful in this role, you will bring:
• Experience operating, maintaining and troubleshooting DAQ systems within the oil and gas industry
• Practical understanding of well test equipment, rig-up and rig-down procedures, and general field operations
• Experience preparing and submitting well test data reports to clients
• Willingness and ability to undertake hands-on field duties beyond primary DAQ responsibilities
• Communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary field crew

Preferred experience and additional strengths

• Previous experience in well testing operations is highly desirable

Location, schedule and contract conditions

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• Work arrangement: On-site
• Advertised location: Wingfield, SA, Australia

Pay and application dates

A verified salary figure is not established in this article. An online estimate for another Well Test DAQ Engineer vacancy is not an offer for reference REF92709I; use the employer’s own pay disclosure and recruitment communication.

A closing date is not confirmed in this article. Check the current employer page before submitting: an undated posting can change or be withdrawn.

How to apply to SGS

Applications follow the official employer page linked below.

Open the official SGS posting below and match the title and reference REF92709I.

Compare your qualifications and experience with the essential conditions for the Wingfield, SA, Australia position, then read the preferred criteria separately.

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Practical preparation: maintenance

A maintenance example should identify the asset, the fault or preventive task and the action you performed. Explain the checks, records and handover involved in returning equipment or a service to use.

Relevant skills

• maintenance
• problem resolution
• communication