Rotation Offshore Chemist

Intertek Group Plc; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development and career opportunities

Dynamic working environment

Job summary

A leading global company in the UK is seeking a Rotational Offshore Chemist to support production by delivering analytical data and ensuring correct chemical treatments. The role requires a degree in Chemical Sciences and experience in Oil-in-Water analysis. You will maintain laboratory equipment, ensure compliance with procedures, and collaborate with colleagues to optimize production. Excellent interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic are essential. Join a motivated team committed to quality and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Sciences or other relevant scientific discipline.
• Experience in Oil-in-Water analysis at offshore installations.
• Knowledge in supporting scale squeeze campaigns.
• Previous experience as a chemist in rotation or covering a rotation chemist position.

Responsibilities

• Support offshore production with accurate analytical data.
• Ensure chemical treatments are correctly applied.
• Maintain and operate all laboratory equipment.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory bodies and platform procedures.
• Submit trip documentation expediently.
• Manage stocks of chemicals and ensure equipment calibration.

Skills

Oil-in-Water analysis

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

IT systems knowledge

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Chemical Sciences or relevant discipline

Tools

Laboratory equipment

SAP

Job description

We are seeking someone who holds a degree in Chemical Sciences or another relevant scientific discipline and brings hands-on experience working in laboratory and offshore environments. You will have proven experience carrying out Oil-in-Water analysis at offshore installations. You have previously worked as a chemist in a rotational role or have experience covering a rotation chemist position.

Required skills and experience

Degree in chemical sciences or another scientific discipline

Experience in carrying out Oil in Water analysis at an offshore installation

Knowledge in providing support to a scale squeeze campaign

Previous knowledge working as a chemist in a rotation position or covering a rotation chemist position

Aware of the hazards associated with online processes, sampling and analysis

Analytical and general activities performed in a laboratory under a chemical or another scientific discipline

Strong business skills

Strong work ethic

IT support systems used within the Company which are relevant to the scope of the position

Organised and methodical in approach to work

Maintains high personal integrity when dealing with all aspects of company business

Excellent interpersonal skills - being able to work well with colleagues as part of a team

Sound communication skills, both written and oral

About the Opportunity

As a Rotational Offshore Chemist, you’ll play a key role in supporting offshore production by delivering accurate analytical data and ensuring chemical treatments are correctly applied. Your work will help maximise production efficiency, protect vessels and pipework, and minimise environmental impact. Responsibilities will vary by rotation, reflecting the needs of each site and operating company. You’ll work in full compliance with site-specific procedures while consistently upholding Intertek’s best practices for health, safety, and operational integrity.

Key activities

Carry out platform duties as determined by the routine and ad-hoc work requests on the asset, adhering to expected QHSE standards and behaviours

Maintain and operate all laboratory equipment as per operating procedures and calibration requirements

Ensure compliance with regulatory bodies, as well as with platform procedures and policies

Expeditious submission of Intertek trip documentation such as timesheet(s), report(s) and feedback forms

Ensure process systems are correctly analysed and treated

Ensure adequate stocks of chemicals are maintained.

Ensure laboratory equipment calibration certifications are current

Operate all laboratory equipment as per the laid down operating practices and procedures

Consult daily with the platform Production Supervisor (or equivalent)

Co-ordinate and plan with other platform work groups to ensure safe and efficient use of resources with the minimum negative impact on production

Maintain records and data inputs to the production management systems (e.g. SAP) and other systems. Analyse data output. Report findings as appropriate

Monitor the work environment and maintain good communication with both offshore and onshore

What We Offer

Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity, and we thrive working together with precision, pace, and passion.

We are working to make the world Ever Better, ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.

• Development and career opportunities around the Globe
• Working in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who do not discriminate against applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex or national origin.

Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement, and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.