Chemist

Position Summary

Nature & Scope

• SAFETY IS FIRST, fully aligned with all EH&S standards to achieve zero lost time injuries.
• Operate and maintain computerized analyzers such as Gas chromatograph, ICP-OES, Automatic titrator, ICP-MS, TOC-analyzer, Ion chromatograph, Digital density meter.
• Process samples collection according to SOPs.
• Perform daily analysis as planned.
• Maintain and create laboratory procedures and follow all laboratory procedures including SOPs and methods of analysis.
• Enter analysis results into plant management systems.
• Calibrate laboratory equipment to ensure proper functionality.
• Track the availability and inventory of all chemicals, GC-calibration gases, and materials necessary for the operation of the laboratory.
• Report damage and malfunctioning of lab equipment to the Quality Lead.
• Assist in the installation, commissioning, and calibration of future new lab equipment.
• Keep the laboratory and all its equipment organized by performing periodic housekeeping.
• Compare analysis results with respective standard specifications and inform the Quality Lead if there is any deviation.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe and reliable operation of the laboratory following NGHC standards and analysis methods.
• Develop and update laboratory procedures.

Essential Education and Qualifications

• College Diploma or University Degree with Chemical background and a minimum of 3 to 4 years of related experience in the industrial gas, chemical, refining and/or related industry.

Skills / Technical Knowledge Areas

• College Diploma or University Degree with Chemical background or equivalent experience.
• Candidate must possess a strong safety focus and background.
• Experience in handling laboratory methods and SOPs.
• Basic computer proficiency and software knowledge, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must be willing to be on call.
• Ability to work alone in a laboratory.
• Ability to set priorities.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Proactive, honest, teamwork and hard working.
• Be enthusiastic and willing to learn.
• Experience in GC, ICP-MS, IC and ICP-OES laboratory analyzers will be a plus.
• Comfortable handling potentially dangerous substances (flammable liquids, biohazards, etc.).