Senior Production Chemist – Oil & Gas (Field Operations)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Specialization opportunities

Stable work environment

Advanced equipment access

Field support

Job summary

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Oil & Gas production chemistry.
• Strong knowledge of scale, corrosion, and emulsion control.
• Experience with analytical techniques and laboratory instrumentation.
• Familiarity with environmental and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Analyze crude oil, natural gas, and produced water samples to determine composition and quality.
• Identify and resolve production chemistry issues, such as scale, corrosion, and emulsion formation.
• Develop and implement chemical treatment programs to optimize production and protect assets.
• Monitor the performance of chemical injection systems and adjust dosages as needed.
• Collaborate with facility engineers to ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to chemical usage.
• Conduct laboratory experiments to evaluate new production chemicals and technologies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Field operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Analytical instruments

Job description