Senior Chemist

lxbfYeaa - Qatar - Ras Laffan
Job description:

Job Purpose
  • Provide a high degree of specialist knowledge and analytical competence to the testing and analytical processes undertaken at the QG Laboratory.

Job Context & Major Challenge(s) 
  • Context of the role relates to the role serving as the recognized expert for chemical analysis within field of specialization.

  • Responsible for understanding, implementing, and assuring Laboratory operations adhere to the ISO 17025 system.

Key Job Accountabilities 
  • Ensure all activities undertaken within designated areas of specialization are conducted following ISO standards and Company policies and procedures.

  • Review results for routine and non-routine samples in the LIMS and ensure results match with raw data.

  • Review certificates of quality for all products and shipments and ensure the results are traceable.

  • Ensure the availability of laboratory chemicals and standards, certified reference material (CRM), glassware, and spare parts.

  • Calibrate laboratory equipment according to schedule and prepare laboratory chemical reagents and standard solutions with standardization.

  • Oversee and ensure implementation of quality control systems and ensure oversight for proficiency testing (PT) samples and the preparation of control samples.

  • Ensure control charts are updated, nonconformities are closed out, laboratory environmental conditions are monitored, and new equipment is validated.

  • Follow up on American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) tracking and prepare standard update forms.

  • Prepare, update and review Laboratory procedures to ensure they are accurate and up-to-date.

  • Evaluate the competency of new laboratory technicians and update competency tracking system.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Science related discipline.

Knowledge and/or Experience 
  • 7 years working in a laboratory environment within the Oil & Gas industry, including 2 years as a Chemist.

  • Knowledge of international auditing and compliance regulations including ISO 17025.

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Publisher: LinkedIn
Post date: Today
Publisher: LinkedIn