Production Chemist - Oil & Gas

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 680,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement benefits

Growth opportunities

Stable position

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Production Chemist for our client in Durban to monitor chemical treatments and optimize processes in oil and gas production. You will analyze production samples, troubleshoot chemistry-related issues, and help improve yield while reducing operational costs.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering and a minimum of 5 years in the oil and gas sector, with strong report-writing and field-monitoring capabilities near Durban.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a chemical role within oil and gas production.
• Strong proficiency with analytical techniques and laboratory instrumentation.
• Solid understanding of corrosion, scale inhibition, and emulsion breaking chemistries.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production samples to monitor fluid properties, contamination, and treatment effectiveness.
• Develop and implement chemical treatment programs for wells, pipelines, and facilities.
• Troubleshoot chemical-related production problems (scaling, corrosion, emulsions).
• Recommend and evaluate new chemical technologies to improve efficiency and asset integrity.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations for chemical usage and disposal.
• Prepare detailed reports on chemical performance and recommendations for management.

Skills

Analytical techniques

Laboratory instrumentation

Report writing

Field experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Gas Chromatography

Spectrometry

Titration techniques

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Production Chemist to join their operations team in Durban . This role is crucial for ensuring the quality and efficiency of oil and gas production processes through expert chemical analysis and application. You will be responsible for monitoring chemical treatments, troubleshooting production issues related to chemistry, and optimizing processes to enhance yield and minimize operational costs in the KwaZulu-Natal region. The successful candidate will play a key part in maintaining the integrity of production systems and contributing to the overall success of the company's energy ventures.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze production samples to monitor fluid properties, contamination, and treatment effectiveness.
• Develop and implement chemical treatment programs for production wells, pipelines, and processing facilities.
• Troubleshoot chemical-related production problems, such as scaling, corrosion, and emulsion formation.
• Recommend and evaluate new chemical technologies to improve production efficiency and asset integrity.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations related to chemical usage and disposal.
• Prepare detailed reports on chemical performance, analysis results, and recommendations for management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a chemical role within the oil and gas production sector.
• Proficiency in analytical techniques and laboratory instrumentation relevant to the industry.
• Strong understanding of corrosion, scale inhibition, and emulsion breaking chemistries.
• Experience with production chemistry monitoring and troubleshooting in a field environment near Durban.
• Excellent report-writing and communication skills.

Benefits

• Attractive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A stable and secure position within a reputable company.
• Contribution to critical energy production initiatives in the Durban area.