CareerPlan

Production Chemist - Upstream Oil & Gas

South AfricaFull-time2026-10-18
On-site

Core

Monitor and analyze production fluids to ensure optimal performance and integrity of oil & gas production facilities.

Role type

Production Chemist (Upstream Oil & Gas)

Builds

Chemical treatment programs for scale, corrosion, paraffin, and emulsion control

Domain

Oil & Gas, Upstream

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Water treatment, Corrosion control, Scale inhibition, Laboratory analysis, Chemical dosing, Environmental compliance, Field troubleshooting, Data reporting

Preferred skills

New chemical product evaluation, Safety training

Technologies

Laboratory instrumentation

Responsibilities

Monitor and analyze production fluids, Develop chemical treatment programs, Conduct laboratory analyses and field tests, Recommend chemical dosages, Troubleshoot chemistry issues, Evaluate new chemical products, Ensure environmental compliance, Maintain usage records, Collaborate with production engineers, Prepare technical reports, Conduct safety training, Participate in field visits