Shift Chemist

As a global leader in sustainability, quality, and integrity, our 99,600-strong workforce across 2,600 offices and labs is dedicated to fostering a safer, more connected world. Our services impact every facet of daily life, enhancing the safety of food, consumer products, transport, and healthcare, to advancing nuclear industry testing. Your role is crucial in providing safer products, superior services, and maintaining societal connectivity.

At SGS, We're committed to recognising the dedication and effort of our team. By joining us, you'll have access to a range of benefits including performance-related bonuses, private medical cover, a competitive pension scheme with life assurance, and a generous annual leave allowance that grows with your service. Enjoy extra perks like a day off for your birthday, discounted gym memberships, retail discounts, an electric vehicle leasing scheme, enhanced parental leave, service awards, Christmas vouchers, and health & wellbeing initiatives.

• Job Title: Shift Chemist
• Job Type: Permanent
• Location: West Thurrock
• Hours: 40 hours per week, covering early mornings, days, evenings and nights. This will be on a 7 week rotating cycle
• Salary: From £24,400, plus shift allowance £2,632.50
• Industry: Oil and Gas
  
  

We are seeking a dedicated Chemist to join our team. This role plays a vital part in our operations, performing critical laboratory testing to support the oil and gas industry. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will ensure the accuracy, reliability, and timely delivery of results for our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and specialised testing on oil, gas, and related products in accordance with industry standards.
• Interpret and validate test results, ensuring accuracy and compliance with quality standards.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment to support testing activities.
• Collaborate with the wider laboratory team to ensure smooth operations and meet tight deadlines.
• Maintain clear and accurate documentation of all testing activities.
  
  

• A degree in Chemistry or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Previous laboratory experience, preferably within the oil and gas sector, is beneficial but not essential.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work on a rotating shift pattern, including nights and weekends.
• Driving license for use in the UK.
  
  

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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