On-site Chemist

Job title: On-site Chemist

Salary: Competitive Base Salary Supplemented by Deployment Bonus and Potential for Annual Profit Related Bonus

Working Hours: Office / Laboratory Day: 8 hr (a minimum of 40 hrs per week)                                                             

Are you either a recent graduate or ambitious young professional looking to kick start a career in the energy industry?

Are you keen on travel, excited about new experiences, resourceful and able to think on your feet in unfamiliar situations?

Our client are a rapidly expanding company providing trace contaminant analysis services, looking for an intuitive problem solver with good knowledge of organic, inorganic and analytical chemistry to join our friendly team.

About the Role

The role is based at their laboratories in Winchester, but you will be required to work worldwide at client sites, on a semi-regular, ad-hoc basis. All role specific training will be provided, allowing you to expand your knowledge rapidly, challenge yourself and develop a desirable skillset. This will include industry specific offshore training and on-site training with other members of the team.

Within the role, you will:

• Carry out on-site analysis techniques whilst maintaining the highest level of safety, quality and integrity.
• Carry out bespoke and specialist sampling of hydrocarbon fluids, waters and other petrochemical products.
• Produce both interim data reports and detailed, technical, final reports for submission to the client.
• Work with other members of the team to develop current and new analytical techniques.
• Take an active role in reviewing methods and procedures.
• Take an active role in safety aspects (both laboratory and on-site); risk assessments, SDS, COSHH assessments, job site analyses and toolbox talks.
• Assist in preparation, troubleshooting, maintenance and calibration of equipment.
• With experience and training, you will be expected to be involved in all phases of project management, from initial discussion with clients through to implementation of the on-site work activities, reporting and close out meetings. You will also liaise with clients to ensure work scope is completed on time; meeting or exceeding expectations and requirements.
• Drive a company or hire vehicle, sometimes in foreign countries or over long distances including on the continent.

You will have:

• Degree (BSc / MSc) in a scientific discipline, preferably chemistry eg. chemical engineering or biochemistry.
• Full eligibility to work in the UK
• Valid, full UK driving license.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills including presentation and technical writing skills.

Benefits:

Competitive salary with bonuses when deployed on-site at client sites, opportunities for progression premium health care cover  and the opportunity to travel the world to name a few.

Sound good? You would be joining a growing friendly team and welcoming team. Don't wait, apply now. I'd be happy to get your application put forward today.