Environmental Laboratory Chemist Organic Chemist 1

Fugro; Dubai; On-site; AED 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Fugro seeks a Laboratory Manager for the Basra Environmental Laboratory, operating on a 180/30 rotation cycle with accommodation and transport provided. Responsible for lab operations, QA/QC, and ensuring adherence to ISO/IEC 17025 standards.

Requires 3–8 years in analytical lab services, with GC-FID/GC-MS experience and strong GLP knowledge. Leadership in audits and staff competency is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Chemistry or related field.
• 3–8 years in analytical lab services, ISO/IEC 17025 experience preferred.
• Experience with GC-FID, GC-MS and related methods.
• Strong knowledge of GLP and QA/QC procedures.
• Ability to lead audits and maintain equipment calibration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily lab activities and resolve technical issues to ensure smooth operations.
• Lead external audits and be the main point of contact for accrediting bodies.
• Ensure calibrations and verifications of all test instruments.
• Manage testing turnaround times (TAT) and lab workflow.
• Conduct competency training and internal audits for staff.

Skills

Lab management

Quality systems

Method development

Calibration & validation

Data integrity

Education

Masters in Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry/Environmental Sciences

Tools

GC-FID

Headspace GC-MS

GC-MS/MS

MS Office/LIMS

Job description

Job Description

The position is based at our Basra Environmental Laboratory working on a 180/30 rotational basis (180 days on site followed by 30 days off). Food accommodation and transportation to and from the country of origin are provided.

Key responsibilities

Lab Management

Overview of daily activities attending to analytical and operation issues to resolve in order to ensure seamless laboratory functioning. Should have good technical knowledge in the field of analytical lab testing.

Documents

Technical documents for Standard Operations Procedures Work instruction quality form.

Training & staff competency

Conduct training to Chemists Technicians and routine verification of their competencies and internal audits. ISO APHA and EPA laboratory methods Equipment handling and maintenance Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)

Laboratory QHSSE

Ensuring aspects related to quality health safety and environment are met during the procession usage and disposal of various substances which are in routine use and ensure that recognized procedures / standards are followed during these processes.

Test equipments

Ensure that the laboratory is maintaining calibrations and verifications at all times.

Ensure that equipment and reagents are provided to the laboratory such that the testing can be performed without undue delay.

Audit

Take lead on external audits be the first point of contact for our accrediting body.

Overall responsibility for ensuring the laboratory produces quality reliable data.

Lab Testing Load Management

Manage the testing turnaround time (TAT).

Experience and Knowledge

Education

Master - Degree in Chemistry or preferably Analytical Chemistry/ Environmental sciences or related subjects which provide a technical base for understanding testing procedures and the results.

Working Experience

3-8 years (Minimum 2 years of experience in analytical laboratory services preferably in an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory)

Management Experience

None - Supervisory experience add plus point.

License/Certification/ Qualification

• Perform organic testing on GC-FID Headspace GC-MS GC-MS/MS for water and soil samples to analyze and quantify hydrocarbons volatiles pesticides etc.
• Hands-on experience collection preservation and transportation of water samples to maintain their integrity.
• Develop new methods and protocols to enhance laboratory capabilities for water and soil samples.
• Conduct validation and measurement uncertainty studies for organic parameters in the lab.
• Implement quality control procedures to ensure the accuracy and reliability of analytical analyses.
• Hands-on experience in preparing and storing standard solutions and other reagents required for organic analysis in water and soil samples.
• Perform daily weekly and monthly checks as per ISO/APHA methods.
• Conduct QA/QC checks and standardization as directed by Lab.
• Calibrate and verify instruments internally as instructed by Lab.
• Maintain a clean laboratory environment at all times.
• Adhere to international standards ISO/IEC 17025 local government requirements GLP and other relevant laboratory safety standards.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify potential sources of contamination and develop mitigation -developed communication skills.
• Should have excellent analytical instrument knowledge.
• Should have knowledge in international standard ISO/IEC 17025:2017.
• Good communication skill.
• Basic computer knowledge in Microsoft Excel & Word.

Languages & Proficiency

English

Proficient

Other

Proficient in MS Office/LIMS

Personal Leadership Expectations

Learning Agility

Strong ability and willingness to learn from experience adapt and embrace new situations. Being open to new experiences people and information. Desire to excel and grow new skills.

Influencing

Ability to work well alongside peers colleagues and partners to impact positively on business performance. Ability to persuade and negotiate.

Connecting

Strong communicator and promotes open communication across the organization. Empowers & connects other people with positive impact provides energy and demonstrates passion trust & respect.

People Management

Provides direction feedback coaching and developmental opportunities. Motivates and manages performance and contribution. Engages others and treats them with respect.

Accountability

Takes ownership and initiative acts with confidence and works under own direction. Is able to make prompt and clear decisions which may involve though choices or considered risk.

Delivering Results

Actively focused on achieving sustainable results with a passion for success. Strives for operational excellence in all goals set.

Innovating

A role model for creativity develops new ideas approaches and insights to alternative ways of working adding value to the business and to its future development.

Required Experience

IC