Glyn Jones
About Glyn Jones
Glyn Jones is the PNG Development Geoscience Manager at ExxonMobil, providing subsurface leadership for major projects and strategic direction in geoscience work in Papua New Guinea.
Current Title and Role
Glyn Jones currently holds the position of PNG Development Geoscience Manager at ExxonMobil. In this role since 2021, Jones is based in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. He provides subsurface leadership for major projects including PNG LNG, Papua LNG, and P’nyang. Jones leads a multidisciplinary team responsible for geoscience interpretation and modeling of all PNG LNG oil and gas fields, focusing heavily on new field developments and Carbon Capture and Sequestration efforts.
Previous Titles and Experience
Prior to his current role, Glyn Jones served in various positions at ExxonMobil. From 2019 to 2020, he was the Australia Exploration Director, managing key initiatives in Melbourne, Australia. Between 2017 and 2019, he served as Geoscience Lead, and from 2007 to 2017, he worked as a Geoscientist. These roles provided him with extensive experience in geoscience, project management, and leadership within the oil and gas industry.
Education and Expertise
Glyn Jones completed his higher education at the University of Sydney, earning a B.Sc. (Advanced) (Hons) in Geology, Geophysics, and Chemistry from 2003 to 2006. His comprehensive academic background provided a strong foundation for his subsequent career in geoscience and the oil and gas industry. His expertise lies in geoscience interpretation, modeling, and strategic analysis of opportunities and decisions within this domain.
Leadership and Strategic Direction
Glyn Jones is integral to ExxonMobil's strategic geoscience initiatives in PNG. His role involves providing subsurface leadership and guiding the strategic direction of geoscience work in the region. His focus is on new field developments and innovative projects like Carbon Capture and Sequestration. Additionally, Jones engages in commercial, financial, and strategic analysis of various opportunities, ensuring informed decision-making within the geoscience domain.
Global Culture Development Network
In addition to his technical roles, Glyn Jones serves as the Asia-Pacific Change Champion for ExxonMobil’s global culture development network. In this capacity, he fosters cultural growth and development within the organization, driving initiatives that align with ExxonMobil's global objectives. His involvement in this network underscores his commitment to both technical excellence and organizational culture.