Production Chemist: Optimize Oil & Gas Processes

Placements24

Centurion

On-site

ZAR 480,000 - 720,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Health and wellness benefits
Professional development
Retirement savings plan
Operational excellence culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Production Chemist in Centurion to optimize chemical processes in the Oil & Gas sector. You will analyze processes, troubleshoot, and implement solutions to improve yields, product quality, and safety in a plant setting.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Chemistry/related field and 3–7 years of experience, with hands-on use of GC, HPLC and spectroscopy. You will work with operations and engineering to drive continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
  • 3–7 years of experience as Production/Process Chemist in Oil & Gas or related chemical manufacturing.
  • Proficiency with GC, HPLC, titration and spectroscopy techniques.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and optimize chemical processes to meet product specs.
  • Develop and implement QC procedures for raw materials and finished products.
  • Troubleshoot process issues and recommend corrective actions.
  • Conduct laboratory analyses to support process optimization and R&D.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
  • Collaborate with operations and engineering to implement process improvements.

Skills

Analytical chemistry
Problem solving
Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Tools

GC
HPLC
Spectroscopy
Titration

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Production Chemist in Centurion to optimize chemical processes in the Oil & Gas sector. You will analyze processes, troubleshoot, and implement solutions to improve yields, product quality, and safety in a plant setting.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Chemistry/related field and 3–7 years of experience, with hands-on use of GC, HPLC and spectroscopy. You will work with operations and engineering to drive continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.

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