Senior Production Chemist – Hybrid Oil & Gas

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Production Chemist role in Welkom, Free State combines on-site chemical work with remote data interpretation and reporting. You will oversee production chemicals programs, perform lab and field testing, and optimize treatment strategies to protect assets and improve efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in upstream production chemistry, a strong chemistry foundation, and hands-on experience with corrosion monitoring, scale inhibition, and water treatment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with a strong chemistry focus.
• 7+ years in production chemistry within Oil & Gas, upstream preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of oilfield chemicals, applications and performance monitoring.
• Experience with corrosion monitoring, scale inhibition, and emulsion breaking.
• Strong data analysis and reporting abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage application of production chemicals (corrosion inhibitors, scale inhibitors, demulsifiers, biocides) in oil/gas facilities.
• Laboratory analysis and field testing to monitor chemical performance and effectiveness.
• Troubleshoot production chemistry issues, identify root causes, and recommend solutions.
• Develop and optimize chemical treatment programs to enhance production efficiency and protect assets.
• Perform water chemistry analysis (salinity, pH, dissolved gases, minerals).
• Analyze crude oil and gas samples to determine composition and challenges.
• Develop strategies for produced water and wastewater treatment.
• Collaborate with production engineers and geologists to understand reservoir characteristics.
• Maintain records of chemical usage, performance data and results.
• Prepare technical reports and recommendations for management and operations.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and safety protocols.
• Stay abreast of new developments in production chemistry.

Skills

Analytical techniques

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Titration

Spectroscopy

Chromatography

Corrosion monitoring

Emulsion breaking

Job description

The Senior Production Chemist role in Welkom, Free State combines on-site chemical work with remote data interpretation and reporting. You will oversee production chemicals programs, perform lab and field testing, and optimize treatment strategies to protect assets and improve efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in upstream production chemistry, a strong chemistry foundation, and hands-on experience with corrosion monitoring, scale inhibition, and water treatment.