Job Title: Chemical and Laboratory Engineer
Client: Global Energy Operator
Location: Tempa Rossa Site - Basilicata (Corleto Perticara), Italy
Assignment Type: Residential
Contract Type: Annually Renewable
Start Date: ASAP
Working Schedule
Monday to Friday
Overview
An opportunity for a Chemical and Laboratory Engineer to oversee chemical operations and laboratory activities within an onshore oil & gas facility. The role focuses on ensuring accurate analysis, optimising chemical treatment programmes, and maintaining efficient, compliant laboratory operations to support production performance.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with quality management systems, regulatory requirements, and company safety standards
Act as focal point for Management of Change (MoC) related to chemical usage and treatment processes
Manage daily laboratory operations, ensuring safety, reliability, and accuracy of results
Validate and interpret laboratory data, providing timely technical reports and trend analysis
Define and optimise chemical injection rates, including low-flow dosing, in coordination with operations teams
Prepare technical evaluations and testing for new chemicals, including performance and compatibility assessments
Identify and assess new chemical solutions and suppliers to enhance treatment programmes
Manage chemical inventory, monitor stock levels, and support procurement decisions
Control laboratory operational costs including consumables, chemicals, and external services
Ensure maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment
Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and production chemistry documentation
Collaborate with production, field engineering, and HSE teams to support safe and efficient operations
Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline
Experience
Minimum 5 years' experience in chemical engineering within the oil & gas sector
Strong knowledge of chemical injection systems and associated equipment
Experience in laboratory supervision and testing techniques is advantageous
Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to interpret technical data and translate into operational improvements
Good communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams
Organised approach to managing laboratory operations and chemical inventory
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