Intertek
Field Chemist, Grade 2

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ABOUT YOU
We are seeking an individual who is qualified in chemical sciences and has a passion for scientific industries who is looking to build a career within a dynamic safety critical industry. 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.
Required skills and experience:
- Degree/Higher National Certificate in chemical sciences or another scientific discipline
- Experience in analytical and general activities performed in a laboratory under a chemical or another scientific discipline
- Highly proficient in computer programs such as MS Office and data entry/recording
- “Can do”, continuous improvement, safety-conscious approach
- Organised and methodical in approach to work
- Sound communication skills, both written and oral
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
The key focus of this position is to gain experience and knowledge in sampling techniques, scientific analysis and data gathering for interpretation by either Intertek or client personnel. During the first 3 months for this role and before your first offshore mobilisation, the Field Chemist will be embedded and trained within an onshore laboratory pillar to gain the skills required to support analytical tasks.
You will simultaneously undergo dedicated field project training to develop the core skills required to support offshore sampling and analyses. The role benefits from wide and varied experiences, giving insight into many of the operations undertaken on-site.
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Offsite working conditions are typically synonymous with a harsh North Sea environment. Due to workload and staff availability, a Field Chemist may be asked to carry out a task that would ideally be delegated to a more senior team member. In this situation, as much support as possible will be provided to aid the individual in carrying out the task.
Key activities:
Field Services Operations
- Carry out off-site field projects as assigned
- Be involved in the preparation and planning of field projects
- Undertake routine sampling, sample preservation and analyses as directed in the work scope
- Establish key laboratory techniques and understanding relevant to routine sampling field projects (e.g., oil in water monitoring & scale squeeze support), including regulatory oil in water sampling and analysis, including calibrations, BS&W & coulometric determination of water in oil, determination of density and chloride analysis (Mohr titration)
- Establish skills required to carry out necessary checks of Field Services Equipment
- Expeditious submission of Intertek trip documentation such as timesheet(s), report(s) and feedback forms
- Act as a representative of the company externally while communicating with clients and professional/technical bodies
Operational Support
- When not carrying out a field project, support day-to-day operations within assigned laboratory pillar in analytical tasks
- Actively promote a strong team culture by supporting assigned laboratory pillars in their goals and objectives
- Providing support for any other reasonable request for site operations


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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 and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against applicants, and all qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are proud to be a Real Living Wage employer, ensuring our colleagues are compensated in line with independently assessed living standards. We are also committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to support candidates and employees with disabilities or special needs.
Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement, and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.
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