Production Chemist - Process Optimization

Placements24; Windsor Park (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Supportive work environment

Impact on energy infrastructure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Production Chemist to join our client’s operations in East London, Eastern Cape. You will optimize chemical processes, monitor analyses, troubleshoot issues, and drive improvements to yield and waste reduction in a key energy infrastructure company.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering and at least 4 years in production chemistry within the oil and gas sector. Strong analytical skills and lab safety knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum 4 years of experience as a Production Chemist or in a similar role within the oil and gas industry.
• Strong understanding of analytical chemistry techniques and instrumentation.
• Experience with production chemistry, including corrosion inhibition, scale control, and emulsion breaking.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized chemical analyses on production samples.
• Monitor and control chemical parameters to optimize process efficiency and product quality.
• Troubleshoot chemical process issues and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and implement chemical treatment programs for production facilities.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations regarding chemical handling and disposal.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to identify opportunities for process improvement.

Skills

Analytical chemistry techniques

Production chemistry

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled Production Chemist to join their operational team in East London . This role is essential for optimizing chemical processes within production facilities, ensuring efficient operations and product quality. You will be responsible for monitoring chemical analyses, troubleshooting process issues, and developing solutions to enhance production yields and minimize waste. This is an excellent opportunity for a chemist with a strong background in industrial processes to contribute to the success of a key player in the energy sector within the Eastern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized chemical analyses on production samples.
• Monitor and control chemical parameters to optimize process efficiency and product quality.
• Troubleshoot chemical process issues and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and implement chemical treatment programs for production facilities.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations regarding chemical handling and disposal.
• Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to identify opportunities for process improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Production Chemist or in a similar role within the oil and gas industry .
• Strong understanding of analytical chemistry techniques and instrumentation.
• Experience with production chemistry, including corrosion inhibition, scale control, and emulsion breaking.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and environmental regulations.
• Good communication and teamwork skills, essential for the operations in East London .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and specialized training.
• A supportive work environment focused on operational excellence.
• Contribution to the chemical processes of vital energy infrastructure.
• Chancetoworkinthe sceniccoastalregionoftheEasternCape .