Production Chemist - Rustenburg

Placements24; Rustenburg; Híbrido; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Medical benefits

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous and innovative Production Chemist to join their team in Rustenburg, North West. You will analyze production streams, develop chemical treatment programs, and troubleshoot issues affecting output or asset integrity in the Oil & Gas sector.

The role blends lab work, field support, and data analysis, with opportunities to contribute to process improvements and ongoing technical training; a hybrid work model offers a balance between office and remote work.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a production chemistry role, preferably within the Oil & Gas sector.
• Strong understanding of analytical chemistry techniques and instrumentation.
• Knowledge of scale inhibitors, corrosion inhibitors, demulsifiers, and other production chemicals.
• Experience with data analysis and interpretation related to chemical performance.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with good communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Analyze crude oil, natural gas, and process water samples to determine chemical compositions and identify potential issues.
• Develop, test, and implement effective chemical treatment programs for production enhancement and asset protection.
• Monitor the performance of chemical injection systems and troubleshoot any related operational problems.
• Conduct laboratory experiments to evaluate new chemical technologies and optimize existing applications.
• Provide technical support and recommendations to production operations regarding chemical usage and best practices.
• Maintain detailed records of analyses, treatments, and performance data, preparing regular reports.

Conhecimentos

Analytical chemistry techniques

Data analysis

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific field

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client seeks a meticulous and innovative Production Chemist to join their team in Rustenburg, North West . This role is critical for ensuring the optimal chemical performance and efficiency of production processes within the Oil & Gas industry . You will be responsible for analyzing production streams, developing chemical treatment programs, and troubleshooting any chemical-related issues that impact output or asset integrity. The position offers a blend of laboratory work, field support, and data analysis, with opportunities to contribute to process improvement initiatives. This role is ideal for a chemist with a strong understanding of industrial chemistry and a desire to apply their expertise in a challenging operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze crude oil, natural gas, and process water samples to determine chemical compositions and identify potential issues.
• Develop, test, and implement effective chemical treatment programs for production enhancement and asset protection.
• Monitor the performance of chemical injection systems and troubleshoot any related operational problems.
• Conduct laboratory experiments to evaluate new chemical technologies and optimize existing applications.
• Provide technical support and recommendations to production operations regarding chemical usage and best practices.
• Maintain detailed records of analyses, treatments, and performance data, preparing regular reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a production chemistry role, preferably within the Oil & Gas sector.
• Strong understanding of analytical chemistry techniques and instrumentation.
• Knowledge of scale inhibitors, corrosion inhibitors, demulsifiers, and other production chemicals.
• Experience with data analysis and interpretation related to chemical performance.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with good communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical, retirement, and other benefits.
• Hybrid work model providing a balance between office and remote work.
• Opportunities for professional growth and specialized training in production chemistry.
• Exposure to diverse production challenges and innovative chemical solutions.