Head of Basin Evaluation Department at Empresa Nacional de Hidrocarbonetos, Mozambique
Dércio levy josé is a distinguished geoscientist with extensive experience in hydrocarbon exploration and development. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from Eduardo Mondlane University 🇲🇿 and a Master of Science from Akita University 🇯🇵. His career began at Rio Tinto Coal Mozambique, where he led gas desorption analysis and wellsite geology 🏭. Since 2013, he has played vital roles at Empresa Nacional de Hidrocarbonetos – ENH, progressing from technical geoscience to mid-level management 🏢. As a senior researcher, he contributes to exploration and development projects across Mozambique’s onshore and offshore concessions 🌍⛽.
Professional Profile
Education & Experience 🎓💼
✅ Education 📚
- 🎓 Graduated from Eduardo Mondlane University, Maputo-Mozambique 🇲🇿
- 🎓 Master of Science from Akita University, Akita-Japan 🇯🇵
✅ Experience 🔬
- 2012-2013: Rio Tinto Coal Mozambique, Tete-Mozambique
- 🏭 Led the Gas Desorption Laboratory (coal samples)
- 🛢️ Supervisor & Wellsite Geologist, core sample analysis, desorption testing
- 2013 – Present: Empresa Nacional de Hidrocarbonetos – ENH, Maputo-Mozambique
- 🏢 Progressed from Geoscientist to Head of Department
- 🌍 Worked on onshore & offshore exploration and development projects
- 🔬 Senior Researcher, driving technical innovations in hydrocarbon studies
Professional Development 📈🔍
Dércio levy josé has significantly contributed to Mozambique’s energy sector through his expertise in petroleum geology, gas desorption, and resource assessment ⛽. At ENH, he has managed multi-disciplinary teams, shaping national hydrocarbon policies and exploration strategies 🌍. His leadership in offshore and onshore projects ensures sustainable resource development 💡. His skills in wellsite geology, core sample analysis, and reservoir evaluation help optimize Mozambique’s natural gas potential 🚀. With a research-driven approach, he continuously explores innovative techniques to enhance hydrocarbon extraction and energy security 🔬⚡.
Research Focus 🔬🌍
Dércio levy josé specializes in petroleum geology, gas desorption, and hydrocarbon resource evaluation ⛽. His research contributes to optimizing Mozambique’s oil and gas exploration, enhancing offshore and onshore drilling efficiency 🌊. His expertise includes reservoir characterization, geophysical data analysis, and sustainable energy resource management ⚡. With hands-on experience in coalbed methane studies and geological modeling, he plays a key role in shaping Mozambique’s hydrocarbon industry 🔍. His work bridges scientific research with practical field applications, ensuring the efficient and sustainable extraction of energy resources for economic growth 📈.
Awards & Honors 🏆🎖️
🏅 Recognized for excellence in hydrocarbon exploration and geoscience research 🌍⛽
🏅 Acknowledged for leadership and technical contributions at ENH 🏢
🏅 Awarded for innovation in gas desorption studies and wellsite geology 🔬
🏅 Honored for mentorship and team leadership in petroleum geology 💡
Publication Top Notes
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Title: Tectonics and evolution of the Palmeiras and Xai-Xai Grabens, offshore southern Mozambique
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Authors: José D. L., Chaúque, Z., Uanzo, F., Cabral, O., Manhiça, H., Juvane, M., Morais, R., & Jokat, W.
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Volume: 160
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Article Number: 106608
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Year: 2023
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