Company Description
We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. Recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality, and integrity, our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories worldwide. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity, and reliability.
SGS’s Industries and Environment services help businesses ensure safety, sustainability, and compliance through testing, inspection, certification, and consulting—supporting sectors from manufacturing to infrastructure and environmental management.
Job Description
* Job Title: Offshore Chemist
* Job Location: Offshore from Aberdeen
* Hours: Average 1 week a month offshore
We are currently seeking an Offshore Chemist to join our team in Aberdeen. As an Offshore Chemist, you will be responsible for performing sampling and analysis according to recognized international methods and documented procedures, as well as preparing reports. You will deliver consistently high standards of analytical performance and ensure the smooth operation of the platform laboratory.
Key Accountabilities
* Demonstrate compliance with all test methods, procedures, and quality systems essential for best practices.
* Represent SGS on client sites, adhering to all test methods, procedures, and QHSE requirements.
* Liaise with line managers and onshore support to address any issues with equipment, methods, or samples, and initiate corrective actions.
* Identify and implement improvements to laboratory operations to maximize equipment availability and maintain technical standards.
* Ensure an adequate stock of consumables to maintain productivity.
* Ensure testing equipment is calibrated, safe, and suitable for use.
* Complete routine sampling, analysis, and reporting as per client procedures daily, weekly, and monthly.
Qualifications
Essential
* Experience in offshore oil industry analysis, encompassing a broad spectrum of methods to meet client demands.
* Valid Medical/BOSIET/MIST certificates.
* HNC level in chemistry or related science, or equivalent.
* Offshore medical and survival certificates.
Desirable
* Experience in laboratory techniques and documentation.
* Knowledge of process management and chemical optimization.
* SBT01 certification.
* Experience with Oil in Water analysis.
* H2S Sampling experience.
Additional Information
At SGS, we reward our employees for their hard work and commitment. Benefits include:
* Performance-related bonus
* Private medical cover
* Competitive pension scheme and life assurance
* Generous annual leave and bank holidays
* Additional day off for your birthday
* Discounted gym memberships and retailer discounts
* Electric vehicle leasing scheme (eligibility required)
* Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
* Length of service awards
* Christmas vouchers
* Health & Wellbeing initiatives
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Apply now for full consideration. Your application will be treated confidentially and impartially, with updates provided within 10 business days.
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