Production Chemist

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Vor Ort; ZAR 720.000 - 1.000.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical aid

Disability insurance

Provident fund

Professional growth opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Production Chemist based in Klerksdorp, North West, to monitor and optimize chemical aspects of oil and gas production, ensuring efficiency, asset integrity, and environmental compliance.

You will analyze production fluids, develop treatment programs, manage dosage rates, and collaborate with engineers and field operations to resolve complex chemical issues while maintaining records and adhering to regulations.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in production chemistry within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Solid understanding of hydrocarbon fluid properties, phase behavior, and water chemistry.
• Knowledge of corrosion inhibitors, scale inhibitors, demulsifiers, and other production chemicals.
• Experience with laboratory analysis techniques relevant to oil and gas production.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and reporting abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel to field sites as needed within North West.
• Must be legally authorized to work in South Africa.

Aufgaben

• Analyze oil, gas, and water samples to determine composition and identify potential issues.
• Develop and implement chemical treatment programs to prevent corrosion, scaling, and emulsion problems.
• Monitor the performance of production chemicals and optimize dosage rates.
• Conduct laboratory testing and field sampling to assess fluid properties and chemical effectiveness.
• Troubleshoot production chemistry issues, such as hydrate formation and souring.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure compatibility of production chemicals with equipment and processes.
• Maintain detailed records of chemical usage, analysis results, and treatment effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental regulations pertaining to chemical handling and disposal.
• Assist in the selection and qualification of new production chemicals and suppliers.
• Provide technical support and training to field operations personnel on production chemistry matters.

Kenntnisse

Chemistry knowledge

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role Our client, a key operator in the Oil & Gas sector, is seeking a diligent and analytical Production Chemist to join their dedicated team. This vital role is based in Klerksdorp, North West . The Production Chemist will be responsible for monitoring and optimizing the chemical aspects of oil and gas production processes, ensuring efficiency, asset integrity, and environmental compliance. This position involves analyzing production fluids, identifying potential chemical challenges such as corrosion and scaling, and recommending appropriate chemical treatment programs. We are looking for a proactive individual with a strong foundation in chemistry and its application within the upstream and midstream segments of the industry. The successful candidate will work closely with production engineers and field operations teams to resolve complex operational issues related to fluid properties and chemical interactions. This role is crucial for maintaining the smooth and economic operation of production facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze oil, gas, and water samples to determine composition and identify potential issues.
• Develop and implement chemical treatment programs to prevent corrosion, scaling, and emulsion problems.
• Monitor the performance of production chemicals and optimize dosage rates.
• Conduct laboratory testing and field sampling to assess fluid properties and chemical effectiveness.
• Troubleshoot production chemistry issues, such as hydrate formation and souring.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure compatibility of production chemicals with equipment and processes.
• Maintain detailed records of chemical usage, analysis results, and treatment effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental regulations pertaining to chemical handling and disposal.
• Assist in the selection and qualification of new production chemicals and suppliers.
• Provide technical support and training to field operations personnel on production chemistry matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in production chemistry within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Solid understanding of hydrocarbon fluid properties, phase behavior, and water chemistry.
• Knowledge of corrosion inhibitors, scale inhibitors, demulsifiers, and other production chemicals.
• Experience with laboratory analysis techniques relevant to oil and gas production.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and reporting abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel to field sites as needed within North West.
• Must be legally authorized to work in South Africa.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package, complemented by a comprehensive benefits program including medical aid, disability insurance, and a provident fund.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development through training and further education are provided.
• This role offers the chance to make a tangible impact on production efficiency and asset integrity.
• The Klerksdorp location provides a stable community setting with access to essential amenities.