Senior Chemist

SGS; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading testing, inspection and certification company in Ellesmere Port is looking for an experienced laboratory analyst. In this role, you will perform advanced analytical testing for the Oil, Gas and Chemicals sector, ensuring compliance with ISO 17025 standards. The ideal candidate has a background in Chemistry and strong problem-solving skills. Benefits include a performance-related bonus, private medical cover, and generous leave allowance.

Benefits

Performance related bonus

Private medical cover

Competitive pension scheme

Generous Annual Leave allowance

Retailer Discounts

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Length of Service Awards

Christmas Vouchers

Health & Wellbeing initiatives

Discounted Gym Membership

Qualifications

• Preferable experience in Oil, Gas & Chemicals or environmental laboratory.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025 and analytical standards.
• Full UK Driving license.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report complex laboratory analyses using LIMS.
• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot equipment.
• Drive continuous improvement in laboratory KPIs.

Skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork skills

Education

HNC/HND or A-Level in Chemistry

Degree in Chemistry or related science

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Join our high-performing laboratory team at SGS, where precision, safety, and service excellence drive everything we do. We're seeking an experienced laboratory analyst to deliver advanced analytical testing for the Oil, Gas and Chemicals sector, ensuring results are accurate, timely, and compliant with ISO 17025 standards.

What you'll do:

1. Perform and report complex laboratory analyses to international methods (IP, ASTM) using LIMS.
2. Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot equipment to guarantee reliable results.
3. Drive continuous improvement in laboratory KPIs, quality, and efficiency.
4. Support UKAS accreditation through rigorous compliance with test procedures and quality systems.
5. Mentor colleagues, help to resolve client queries, and ensure technical excellence at all times.

What you'll bring:

• HNC/HND or A-Level in Chemistry (or similar scientific discipline).
• Preferable experience in Oil, Gas & Chemicals or an environmental laboratory.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025, LIMS, and analytical standards.
• Strong organisational, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Full UK Driving license.

Desirable:

• Degree in Chemistry or related science.

We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Our brand promise - when you need to be sure - underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability. SGS's Natural Resources business line powers the mining, energy, and resource sectors with expert testing, inspection, and certification. From exploration to trade, SGS helps clients boost efficiency, stay compliant, and reduce risk—backed by cutting-edge labs, digital tools, and a global network.

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for:

• Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
• Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
• Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• Retailer Discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
• Length of Service Awards
• Christmas Vouchers
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Discounted Gym Membership

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.