Geomatics
In a Geomatics position at Shell you’ll work on some of the most critical projects in our portfolio.
The Shell Graduate Program
Meeting the world’s complex energy challenges requires innovative thinking and cutting-edge technology. In the Technical area of the Shell Graduate Program for Geomatics you’ll experience a three-year blended learning program designed to combine on-the-job development with structured training and fieldwork. Not only will it introduce you to the full scope of Shell’s Geomatics operations, it will enable you to actively build your networks across the organization. During the Program, you'll have the opportunity to rotate between roles, ensuring you are exposed to a wide variety of experiences that support your future career development.
Geomatics
A career in Geomatics means you will make critical contributions to Shell’s global Upstream business, and join a team of around 300 professionals spanning 23 countries. Geomatics leverages the value of geo-information to support many of Shell’s highest priority projects across the entire Upstream lifecycle. It includes the fields of onshore and offshore surveying, geo-information management analysis and mapping using Geographical Information System (GIS) software, on and offshore positioning, geodesy and remote sensing.
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Title: Shell Graduate Program Why Shell
Duration: 1:43 minutes
Description: Graduates talk about their experiences of working at Shell
Shell Graduate Program Why Shell Film Transcript
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Why Shell?
Discover what makes Shell great for graduates
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Pop music, guitars and drums.
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Mechanical plant, people walking around in overalls.
Two people working in an office.
Team of people in overalls, talking in a circle.
People sitting down at computers, talking.
Large mechanical plant, two workers looking at something and talking.
Someone answering a phone in an office.
Two people working on some equipment
[Unidentified Woman]
“Definitely Shell is a great place to build your career.”
[Unidentified Woman]
“It gives me a wide range of opportunities to work in challenging projects and in stuff that really matters.”
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Woman working at a desk. Typing and doing paperwork.
People in boardroom, talking.
Woman checking equipment and looking at a diagram on a computer screen.
[Unidentified Man]
“Shell gives you many, many opportunities to discover your inherent skills. If you’re proactive about your development you can just go anywhere.”
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Man walking around mechanical plant. Talking with another worker surrounded by large equipment. Team of people working on equipment. Two workers walking, looking at equipment and machinery.
[Unidentified Woman]
“Your learning curve just escalates like you would not imagine.”
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Graph on a piece of paper, two fingers following the line.
Two workers outside, with graph spread out in front of them.
[Unidentified Woman]
“When you first join you’ll immediately feel welcome and protected. You’re not just another number, you’re not just another addition, you’re part of a family.”
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Woman and colleague chatting while getting coffee.
People working outside in hardhats.
People shaking hands and talking together at a table.
Large room of workers eating.
[Unidentified Woman]
“Everyone is always willing to help and to give their input, really.”
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People talking.
[Woman]
“I have access to all my mentors. They always open their doors for you.”
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Graduate in office with a colleague. Colleague going through something on a tablet. Talking and laughing.
[Unidentified Man]
“Shell is an international company that’s given me experience of different cultures and I work with people from different countries.”
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Man answering phone in office. Talking with colleagues. Pointing at a line on a graph. Man working outside with overalls. Talking with a group of people outside a large drill site. Chatting with a group of people.
[Unidentified Man]
“I thoroughly enjoy what I do. I’m stretched, I’m fulfilled, but it’s a great company and the opportunities are endless.”
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People seated around table in boardroom. Talking and laughing.
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Noura
Technologist and Environmental Analyst
Yesmi
Business Development Manager
Prashanthini
Subsea Controls Engineer
Michelle
IT Demand Manager Shell Trading
Paula
Indirect Marketing Coordinator
Mohammed
Rotating Equipment Engineer
Ana
Drilling Engineer
Changlong
Production Technologist
To find out more about career opportunities go to
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www.shell.com/graduates
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Copyright Shell International Limited 2013
Roles and responsibilities
A career in Geomatics with Shell opens up a range of roles and responsibilities, including:
- Upstream project start-up and execution
- Offshore and onshore surveying and positioning – collecting geo-information
- Using satellite and aerial remote sensing for geo-information acquisition and analysis
- Deformation monitoring and geodetic analysis
- Maintaining spatial data integrity of geo-information
- Geo-information management – using GIS and cartography to collect, analyze and present geo-information
- Incident preparedness and response
Training and development
During your three years you'll have access to Shell’s global network of career resources to give you every opportunity to reach your full potential. Graduates can expect to receive on-the-job training, exceptional mentoring, world-class formal training and regular progress checks throughout the integrated and comprehensive Shell Graduate Program. Teamwork is integral to Shell’s way of working; graduates curious to find out all they can will benefit from the supportive, open and communicative environment found within Shell teams.