Rotation Offshore Chemist

ABOUT YOU

We are seeking someone who holds a degree in Chemical Sciences or another relevant scientific discipline and brings hands-on experience working in laboratory and offshore environments. You will have proven experience carrying out Oil-in-Water analysis at offshore installations. You have previously worked as a chemist in a rotational role or have experience covering a rotation chemist position.

Required skills and experience:

• Degree in chemical sciences or another scientific discipline

• Experience in carrying out Oil in Water analysis at an offshore installation

• Knowledge in providing support to a scale squeeze campaign

• Previous knowledge working as a chemist in a rotation position or covering a rotation chemist position

• Aware of the hazards associated with online processes sampling and analysis

• Analytical and general activities performed in a laboratory under a chemical or another scientific discipline

• Strong business skills

• Strong work ethic

• Can do continuous improvement safety-conscious approach

• IT support systems used within the Company which are relevant to the scope of the position

• Organised and methodical in approach to work

• Maintains high personal integrity when dealing with all aspects of company business

• Excellent interpersonal skills - being able to work well with colleagues as part of a team

• Sound communication skills both written and oral

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

As a Rotational Offshore Chemist youll play a key role in supporting offshore production by delivering accurate analytical data and ensuring chemical treatments are correctly applied. Your work will help maximise production efficiency protect vessels and pipework and minimise environmental impact. Responsibilities will vary by rotation reflecting the needs of each site and operating company. Youll work in full compliance with site-specific procedures while consistently upholding Interteks best practices for health safety and operational integrity.

Key activities:

• Carry out platform duties as determined by the routine and ad-hoc work requests on the asset adhering to expected QHSE standards and behaviours

• Maintain and operate all laboratory equipment as per operating procedures and calibration requirements

• Ensure compliance with regulatory bodies as well as with platform procedures and policies

• Expeditious submission of Intertek trip documentation such as timesheet(s) report(s) and feedback forms

• Ensure process systems are correctly analysed and treated

• Ensure adequate stocks of chemicals are maintained.

• Ensure laboratory equipment calibration certifications are current

• Operate all laboratory equipment as per the laid down operating practices and procedures

• Consult daily with the platform Production Supervisor (or equivalent)

• Co-ordinate and plan with other platform work groups to ensure safe and efficient use of resources with the minimum negative impact on production

• Maintain records and data inputs to the production management systems (e.g. SAP) and other systems. Analyse data output. Report findings as appropriate

• Monitor the work environment and maintain good communication with both offshore and onshore

WHAT WE OFFER

Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision pace and passion.

We are working to make the world Ever Better ensuring the quality safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.

• Competitive salary/benefits
• Development and career opportunities around the Globe
• Working in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who do not discriminate against applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race colour religion sex or national origin.

Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.