Technical Manager- Completions and Drilling

ZipRecruiter; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of specialty chemicals in the Energy sector is seeking a Technical Manager for Completions and Drilling. This role involves providing technical support, developing new products, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a science degree and experience in project management within a laboratory setting.

Qualifications

• Experience managing projects in a laboratory.
• Knowledge of lubricants and drilling processes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Business Development to develop products.
• Train technical staff on Completions & Drilling products.
• Manage company's intellectual property.

Skills

Technical Support

Research and Development

Project Management

Education

Science Degree

Tools

MS Excel

MS Access

MS Word

Job description

Job Description

Our client, a supplier of speciality chemicals and support services to the global Energy sector, is seeking a Technical Manager - Completions and Drilling to join their team and support ongoing growth.

The role's primary purpose is to provide technical support to the Completions & Drilling department and manufacturing facilities. The Technical Manager will serve as the core expertise, research and develop new products, and engage with clients as needed.

Core Responsibilities and Key Tasks

1. Collaborate with the Business Development team to develop new and existing products for Completions & Drilling.
2. Produce and review output from the technical department, including reports.
3. Support current products by ensuring registration compliance and maintaining complete data sets for the sales team.
4. Stay informed about technical developments through contacts with raw material suppliers, sales teams, customers, conferences, and symposia.
5. Prioritize and respond to demands from the Business Development teams and warehouse/yard, negotiating where necessary to optimize resource use.
6. Respond to technical developments in equipment and techniques to provide cost-effective support.
7. Support manufacturing by developing procedures aligned with customer needs and yard capabilities.
8. Recommend technical developments for yard facilities when appropriate.
9. Be aware of legislative limitations (such as REACH, CLP, COMAH, DSEAR) to select appropriate materials and processes.
10. Train and develop technical staff on Completions & Drilling products as needed.
11. Coordinate with the Lab Manager to ensure laboratory equipment calibration and maintenance.
12. Manage and preserve the company's intellectual property, including archiving product designs, documenting know-how, preparing patent applications, and maintaining the IP portfolio.

Other Responsibilities

• Adhere to company policies regarding Quality, Health & Safety, and Environmental management.
• Perform any other tasks as required by Senior Management, workload permitting.

Education

• Science Degree or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills (MS Excel, MS Access, MS Word).

Industry Experience

• Experience working in a laboratory managing projects.
• Experience in lubricants, breakers, or processes relevant to completions and drilling.

Reporting

This position reports to the Global Business Manager, Completions & Drilling.