Chemist

POSITION SUMMARY This position will be part of NGHC (Neom Green Hydrogen Company) Operations. Responsible for carrying out the necessary daily analysis in the production plants, which includes raw materials, process and effluent water, process chemicals and process gases. The incumbent shall work in accordance with company safety policies, laboratory site-specific procedures and methods to ensure reliability, efficiency and productivity goals are met. Based in Neom, the position reports to GHE Quality Lead. NATURE & SCOPE The main functions of this position are: • SAFETY IS FIRST, nothing is important than safety, be fully aligned with all EH&S standards to achieve the goal of zero (0) lost time injuries at HIDC • Operate and maintain computerized analyzers such as Gas chromatograph, ICP-OES, Automatic titrator, ICP-MS, TOC-analyzer, Ion chromatograph, Digital density meter. etc. • Process samples collection according to SOPs. • Perform daily analysis as planned. • Maintain and create laboratory procedures. Follow all laboratory procedures, including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and methods of analysis. • Enter analysis results into plant management systems. • Calibrates laboratory equipment to ensure proper functionality. • Track the availability and inventory of all chemicals, GC-calibration gases, and materials necessary for the operation of the laboratory. • Reports damage and malfunctioning of Lab. equipment to the Quality Lead. • Assists in the installation, commissioning, and calibration of future new Lab. equipment. • Keeps the Laboratory and all its equipment organized by performing periodic housekeeping. • Compare the analysis results with the respective standard specifications and inform the Quality Lead if there is any deviation. • Understand the detailed Emergency Response Plan. • KPIs follow up to ensure laboratory performance. • Strong commitment to team building, integrity, and diversity. • Provide training to new lab technicians. • Have a positive attitude. • Receiving, labelling and safely storing samples to be tested • Determining and performing tests needed for the analysis and report. • Recording tests and analyses and then reporting the results • Organizing and storing samples in accordance with all safety and other requirements to ensure the safety of personnel and integrity of the sample. • Maintaining equipment records and daily work logs REPORTS TO: GHE Quality Lead LIAISE/COOPERATE WITH: Plant operation staff, maintenance Technicians, Technical Support Teams and contractors PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES • The position is responsible for the safe and reliable operation of the laboratory following the NGHC standards and analysis methods. • Will develop and update laboratory procedures. ESSENTIAL EDUCATION and/or QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED College Diploma or University Degree with Chemical background and a minimum of 3 to 4 years of related experience in the industrial gas, chemical, refining and or related industry. 6. SKILLS / TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE AREAS: • College Diploma or University Degree with Chemical background or equivalent experience • Candidate must possess a strong safety focus and background. • Experience in handling laboratory methods and SOPs. • Basic computer proficiency and software knowledge, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. • Must be willing to be on call. • Ability to work alone in a laboratory. • Ability to set priorities. • Good command of written and spoken English. • Proactive, honest, teamwork and hard working • Be enthusiastic and willing to learn. • Experience in GC, ICP-MS, IC and ICP-OES laboratory analyzers will be a plus. • Comfortable handling potentially dangerous substances (flammable liquids, biohazards, etc.) Show more Show less

Essential Education and/or Qualifications Required: College Diploma or University Degree with Chemical background and a minimum of 3 to 4 years of related experience in the industrial gas, chemical, refining and or related industry.

The position is responsible for the safe and reliable operation of the laboratory following the NGHC standards and analysis methods. Will develop and update laboratory procedures.