Production Chemist

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Production Chemist for an on-site role in Upington, Northern Cape. You will analyze production samples, optimize chemical programs, and troubleshoot chemistry-related issues to ensure product quality and process efficiency.

Ideal candidates have a strong analytical chemistry background, 5+ years in production chemistry, and familiarity with oil and gas industry chemicals. The position offers a stable base in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related field.
• 5+ years in production chemistry, oil and gas preferred.
• Proficient in GC, HPLC, titration and spectroscopy.
• Strong problem-solving and data interpretation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized chemical analyses on production samples.
• Monitor and optimize chemical injection programs to prevent corrosion and scaling.
• Troubleshoot production chemistry issues and advise solutions.
• Interpret data and generate reports for production and engineering teams.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to chemicals.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Gas Chromatography

HPLC

Titrations

Spectroscopy

Process analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Calibrated lab equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a key player in the downstream oil and gas sector, is seeking a skilled Production Chemist to join their team in Upington, Northern Cape . This role is critical for ensuring the quality and efficiency of production processes by analyzing chemical compositions, monitoring treatment programs, and troubleshooting operational issues related to chemistry. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in analytical chemistry and a deep understanding of chemical applications in the energy industry. This is an on-site position vital to maintaining operational integrity and product specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Performing routine and specialized chemical analyses on production samples (crude oil, water, gas, chemicals).
• Monitoring and optimizing chemical injection programs to prevent corrosion, scaling, and emulsification.
• Troubleshooting production chemistry issues and recommending appropriate solutions.
• Interpreting analytical data and generating reports for production and engineering teams.
• Ensuring compliance with environmental regulations related to chemical usage and disposal.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment and ensuring calibration and accuracy of results.
• Collaborating with production and operations personnel to address chemistry-related challenges.
• Researching and evaluating new chemical technologies for production enhancement.
• Developing and implementing standard operating procedures for laboratory activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in production chemistry, preferably within the oil and gas industry.
• Proficiency in a variety of analytical techniques (e.g., GC, HPLC, titrations, spectroscopy).
• Strong understanding of corrosion inhibitors, scale inhibitors, demulsifiers, and other production chemicals.
• Experience with water analysis, oil-in-water analysis, and gas analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and data interpretation skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols and environmental regulations.
• Ability to work independently and manage laboratory tasks efficiently.

Benefits

This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund contributions, and opportunities for professional development. Our client is committed to employee well-being and provides a supportive work environment. The position is located in Upington, Northern Cape , offering a stable operational base.