Production Chemist - Onshore Operations

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package andBenefits

Opportunity to work with a leading oil

Exposure to diverse production challen

Professional development and training

Stable employment

Site-specific expense allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Production Chemist to drive chemical management and process optimization on-site in Welkom. The role focuses on maximizing hydrocarbon recovery, ensuring asset integrity, and minimizing environmental impact through expert chemical handling and monitoring.

The candidate will collaborate with production engineers, facility operators, and vendors, handling lab analyses, treatment programs, and field visits to support continuous improvement and safe, compliant operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related scientific field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in production chemistry within the oil & gas industry.
• Strong knowledge of oilfield chemicals, water treatment, corrosion inhibition, and scale control.
• Proficiency in laboratory analyses and instrumentation.
• Ability to work on-site in Welkom and potentially travel to other field locations.
• Excellent problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement chemical treatment programs for production facilities.
• Monitor production fluid properties (oil, water, gas) and water quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production chemistry-related issues (scale, corrosion, emulsions).
• Conduct laboratory analyses and interpret results to optimize chemical performance.
• Manage inventory and ensure safe handling and storage of production chemicals.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to optimize production processes.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and company standards for chemical usage.
• Prepare technical reports on chemical performance, operational issues, and recommendations.
• Evaluate and recommend new chemical technologies and solutions.
• Conduct field visits to production sites to assess conditions and provide support.

Skills

Production chemistry

Oilfield chemicals

Water treatment

Corrosion inhibition

Scale control

Laboratory analysis

Instrumentation

Problem solving

Teamwork

Independent work

Site-based

Travel

Environmental regulations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent upstream oil and gas operator, is seeking a skilled Production Chemist to join their operational team. This role requires a hands-on approach and will be based on-site to provide essential chemical management and process optimization services. You will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and safe application of chemicals in production facilities, monitoring water quality, and troubleshooting production chemistry issues. The Production Chemist will play a crucial role in maximizing hydrocarbon recovery, maintaining asset integrity, and minimizing environmental impact through expert chemical management. This position demands a thorough understanding of production processes, fluid properties, and the chemistry involved in oil and gas extraction and processing. The successful candidate will work closely with production engineers, facility operators, and external chemical vendors to achieve operational excellence in Welkom .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement chemical treatment programs for production facilities.
• Monitor and analyze production fluid properties (oil, water, gas) and water quality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production chemistry-related issues, such as scale, corrosion, and emulsion problems.
• Conduct laboratory analyses and interpret results to optimize chemical performance.
• Manage inventory and ensure the safe handling and storage of production chemicals.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to optimize production processes.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and company standards for chemical usage.
• Prepare technical reports on chemical performance, operational issues, and recommendations.
• Evaluate and recommend new chemical technologies and solutions.
• Conduct field visits to production sites to assess conditions and provide support.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related scientific field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in production chemistry within the oil and gas industry.
• Strong knowledge of oilfield chemicals, water treatment, corrosion inhibition, and scale control.
• Proficiency in laboratory analytical techniques and instrumentation.
• Familiarity with production processes and fluid properties.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to diagnose complex chemical issues.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective teamwork.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a site-based operational team.
• Willingness to work on-site in Welkom and potentially travel to other field locations.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations pertaining to chemical usage in the O&G sector.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package and benefits.
• Opportunity to work with a leading oil and gas operator.
• Exposure to diverse production challenges and technologies.
• Contribution to operational efficiency and asset integrity.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Stable employment with a reputable company.
• Allowance for site-specific expenses.