Production Chemist - Upstream Operations Support

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Medical and retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Production Chemist to support upstream operations in Paarl, Western Cape. You will monitor production fluid chemistry, diagnose chemistry challenges, and optimize chemical treatments to ensure efficient production and asset integrity.

The role emphasizes laboratory oversight, collaboration with engineers and field staff, and keeping environmental compliance at the forefront of chemical handling and disposal.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific field.
• 4+ years of experience in production chemistry within the Oil & Gas upstream sector.
• Strong knowledge of oil and gas production processes and associated chemistry challenges.
• Experience with laboratory analysis techniques for production fluids and chemicals.
• Familiarity with chemical injection systems and flow assurance principles.
• Understanding of corrosion and scale inhibition mechanisms.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for effective team collaboration.
• Ability to work effectively in a field-based or operational environment.
• Experience in the Western Cape regional context is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze production fluid chemistry (oil, gas, water) to identify issues affecting production.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot production chemistry challenges, such as scaling, corrosion, and emulsion formation.
• Recommend and optimize the application of production chemicals (e.g., inhibitors, demulsifiers).
• Oversee laboratory testing of production samples and chemical performance evaluations.
• Collaborate with production engineers and field staff to implement effective chemical treatment strategies.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations regarding chemical handling and disposal.
• Maintain accurate records of chemical usage, performance, and costs.
• Stay abreast of new chemical technologies and industry best practices for production chemistry.
• Provide technical support and training to field personnel on chemical related matters.
• Contribute to asset integrity management through proactive chemical management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Field-based work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Laboratory analysis techniques

Chemical injection systems

Flow assurance principles

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant contributor to the Oil & Gas sector, is seeking a Production Chemist to provide essential support to their upstream operations in the Paarl, Western Cape . This role focuses on monitoring and optimizing the chemical aspects of oil and gas production, ensuring efficient separation, flow assurance, and asset integrity. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing production samples, diagnosing production chemistry issues, and recommending chemical treatment programs. This position is key to maintaining operational efficiency and minimizing production losses. Based in the accessible region of Paarl , the role is integral to operations within the Western Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze production fluid chemistry (oil, gas, water) to identify issues affecting production.


• Diagnose and troubleshoot production chemistry challenges, such as scaling, corrosion, and emulsion formation.


• Recommend and optimize the application of production chemicals (e.g., inhibitors, demulsifiers).


• Oversee laboratory testing of production samples and chemical performance evaluations.


• Collaborate with production engineers and field staff to implement effective chemical treatment strategies.


• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations regarding chemical handling and disposal.


• Maintain accurate records of chemical usage, performance, and costs.


• Stay abreast of new chemical technologies and industry best practices for production chemistry.


• Provide technical support and training to field personnel on chemical related matters.


• Contribute to asset integrity management through proactive chemical management.

Requirements

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


• Minimum of 4 years of experience in production chemistry within the Oil & Gas upstream sector.


• Strong knowledge of oil and gas production processes and associated chemistry challenges.


• Experience with laboratory analysis techniques for production fluids and chemicals.


• Familiarity with chemical injection systems and flow assurance principles.


• Understanding of corrosion and scale inhibition mechanisms.


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Good communication and interpersonal skills for effective team collaboration.


• Ability to work effectively in a field-based or operational environment.


• Experience within the Western Cape operational context is beneficial.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical and retirement benefits, and opportunities for professional development. This role provides the chance to work on critical production optimization challenges. You will be part of a dedicated operational support team. The opportunity to contribute to the Oil & Gas industry in the scenic Paarl area, within the Western Cape .