Job description:
Job Purpose
Job Context & Major Challenge(s)
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Context of the role relates to the role serving as the recognized expert for chemical analysis within field of specialization.
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Responsible for understanding, implementing, and assuring Laboratory operations adhere to the ISO 17025 system.
Key Job Accountabilities
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Ensure all activities undertaken within designated areas of specialization are conducted following ISO standards and Company policies and procedures.
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Review results for routine and non-routine samples in the LIMS and ensure results match with raw data.
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Review certificates of quality for all products and shipments and ensure the results are traceable.
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Ensure the availability of laboratory chemicals and standards, certified reference material (CRM), glassware, and spare parts.
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Calibrate laboratory equipment according to schedule and prepare laboratory chemical reagents and standard solutions with standardization.
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Oversee and ensure implementation of quality control systems and ensure oversight for proficiency testing (PT) samples and the preparation of control samples.
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Ensure control charts are updated, nonconformities are closed out, laboratory environmental conditions are monitored, and new equipment is validated.
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Follow up on American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) tracking and prepare standard update forms.
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Prepare, update and review Laboratory procedures to ensure they are accurate and up-to-date.
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Evaluate the competency of new laboratory technicians and update competency tracking system.
Qualifications
Knowledge and/or Experience
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7 years working in a laboratory environment within the Oil & Gas industry, including 2 years as a Chemist.
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Knowledge of international auditing and compliance regulations including ISO 17025.