Dimension:

The job holder is a member of Upstream Production Site team and reports directly to the Field Engineering Leader. The working environment is defined by cyclical and seasonal activity, with geographical isolation from advanced technical support and equipment suppliers.

The position operates on a rotational schedule of 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off

Requires a flexible and adaptable work schedule, available on a 24-hour basis. In collaboration with Process and Flow assurance team led by Lead Process Engineer and with Technical HQ specialists, the job holder is in charge of the chemico-analytical control of the quality of the marketable product; as well as the physical and chemical data of reservoir fluids, taken from running wells and process units of the client field.

Technical

• Perform physical and chemical analyses of export oil and all associated fluids (gas, produced water, lake water, and effluents) in line with current standards, specifications, and approved laboratory programs.
• Maintain, update, and optimize laboratory analysis programs, including sampling frequencies, standardized measurement techniques, and the database of monitored parameters.
• Ensure analytical results meet required accuracy, objectivity, and regulatory quality standards through a robust quality control system.
• Investigate and resolve low-quality analytical results using systematic troubleshooting methods.
• Lead the development, implementation, and performance evaluation of annual and ongoing laboratory work plans to support safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
• Oversee proper operation, maintenance, storage, and timely verification/certification of laboratory equipment and instruments, including developing and/or updating supporting procedures.
• Ensure technicians maintain accurate laboratory logbooks and proper documentation practices.
• Identify and resolve critical laboratory issues during operations to maintain continuity and reliability of laboratory services.
• Plan and manage the supply of laboratory materials, chemicals, tools, and equipment to guarantee uninterrupted operations.
• Initiate and coordinate procurement of equipment and consumables—stock takes, preparing PR/POs, and monitoring delivery, etc in collaboration with Contracts & Procurement.
• Lead the development and revision of Operating Procedures, ensuring alignment with safe work practices, environmental requirements, and mechanical integrity standards.
• Support laboratory and production chemistry technical assistance to site teams and the Collaborative Work Environment (Tier 2).
• Contribute to process-related Requests for Modification (RFM) and support Engineering and OneTech teams by responding to technical queries and preparing Scope of Work for external studies.
• Review laboratory and production chemistry technical documentation submitted by contractors and third parties.
• Recommend improvements to laboratory technological infrastructure and evaluate the applicability of modern measurement techniques.