Production Chemist at Neconde Energy Limited

Job Description - short and topical
We are currently recruiting for a Production Chemist, the successful candidate will provide detailed working knowledge of production chemistry in support of OML 42 production and development activities. The involve all phases of an oil field lifecycle from design to decommissioning including: management of scale, asphaltenes, wax, hydrates, corrosion, fluid separation, produced water treatment, water injection and export specifications. Candidates should have primary experience in an onshore Production Chemist role. To identify wells with increasing scaling, foaming, sanding, and corrosion tendencies through onsite field analysis. To ensure that production chemistry laboratory in the field is operating efficiently and effectively.

Main activities and Responsibilities
To be responsible for the efficiency and effectiveness of field laboratories.
Receive and analyse daily samples in the fields; sand measurement, crude and water analysis
Responsible for sending and monitoring samples sent to third party laboratory  for production chemistry related analysis.
Implementation of chemical related programmes e.g Chemical treatment during pigging activity, scale capsule application, injectivity improvement of water injectors
To participate actively in field trials thus ensuring that optimum chemical rates are being used in the fields.
Ensure that standard procedures are being followed in all laboratory tests and measurements both in the field laboratory and third party laboratory.
Carryout onsite field analysis and checks on scaling tendencies, corrosion rates, plugging index, and level of bacteria activity.
Liaise with external laboratory for confirmatory tests on crude assay, gas, water grain distribution analysis. etc .
Provide technical input to help identify and prioritize Production Chemistry related value preservation and value creation opportunities.
Provide technical input to risk reviews, such as, Health/Safety/ Environmental risk.
Retain and store test samples under specified conditions and period
Contribute to preparation of weekly and monthly Lab performance reports

Key Competencies
     Extensive knowledge and operational experience in all aspects of production chemistry including scale, asphaltene, wax and hydrate management, corrosion inhibition, fluid separation, produced water treatment, reservoir souring and water injection quality management
     Very good knowledge of oilfield chemistry and the applications and uses of generic chemicals.
     Ability to demonstrate a personal commitment to Health, Safety, Security, Environment (HSSE)
Awareness level in environmental policies and applicable Nigerian regulations
     Knowledge level in all relevant laboratory/safety procedures, codes and practices
     Good communicator with a willingness to share knowledge and support others
           
Education/Certification & Experience required
1    B.Sc Applied Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
2    Three years cognate experience with a minimum of 6-months hands-on experience in an oilfield production chemistry laboratory.