Refinery Chemistry Specialist: Boost Yields & Quality

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Training & development

Modern facility

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, invites a Production Chemist to join our client's refinery operations. You will monitor and optimize chemical processes, analyze product quality, and collaborate with process engineers to improve yields.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, at least 5 years in refinery settings, and strong analytical skills with GC and spectroscopy expertise. A commitment to safety and environmental standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years experience as Production Chemist or similar in refinery/petrochemical.
• Experience in Oil & Gas downstream operations.
• Proficiency with analytical techniques and lab instrumentation.
• Strong data interpretation and problem-solving skills, with safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor chemical composition of feedstocks, intermediates, and products.
• Conduct lab tests using GC and spectroscopy.
• Troubleshoot deviations and identify root causes in refinery units.
• Develop and implement new analytical methods to improve monitoring.
• Collaborate with process engineers to optimize unit performance and product yields.
• Maintain records of laboratory results and process data.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Gas Chromatography (GC)

Spectroscopy

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, invites a Production Chemist to join our client's refinery operations. You will monitor and optimize chemical processes, analyze product quality, and collaborate with process engineers to improve yields.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, at least 5 years in refinery settings, and strong analytical skills with GC and spectroscopy expertise. A commitment to safety and environmental standards is essential.