Oilfield Analytical Chemist

Job DescriptionWood is currently recruiting for an Oilfield analytical chemist to join its Iraq business unit work scopes on a Sunday – Thursday (5/2) off work schedule. This is a full-time onsite position in Basra, Iraq with travel requirement.Reports to: Integrity Section HeadResponsibilitiesRemarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.Wood is currently recruiting for an Oilfield analytical chemist to join its Iraq business unit work scopes on a Sunday – Thursday (5/2) off work schedule. This is a full-time onsite position in Basra, Iraq with travel requirement.Reports to: Integrity Section Head#Wood #Iraq #Chemical Engineering The roleThis is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Oilfield analytical chemist to join our Iraq Business Unit.Our Clients and Projects Designing the future. Transforming the world. Wood is an integral part of operations in Iraq, and we are continuing to grow our footprint across the country. With a 90-year heritage, 10 major contracts and over 850 employees, we have the skills, expertise and asset knowledge to support clients to deliver energy security and decarbonisation ambitions.Wood excels in supporting our clients to deliver complex upstream and midstream oil and gas projects in Iraq delivering maintenance, modifications and engineering solutions. We are committed to decarbonising existing assets, producing cleaner energy and developing a sustainable national workforce, ensuring the long-term growth of the region.What We Can OfferMeaningful and interesting projects Delivered to high profile clients and complex projects in Iraq Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment. Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ services of our employees at 5-year service milestones ActivitesThe Oilfield analytical chemist work in the Surface Technical department and would be involved in day-to-day operations in supporting laboratory operations management, daily crude oil quality monitoring, produced water quality and maintain injection water quality & instruments calibration activities and follow-up. Duties include but are not limited to supporting the surface technical and operations department in the management of process and laboratory operations production chemicals, QA/QC. Under general supervision, manage the oilfield laboratory crude oil analysis, produced water analysis, scale analysis, lube oil analysis, production chemical quality control analysis and coordination with third party lab testing agencies. FTIR analysis of production chemicals fingerprint QA/QC Manage and maintain a laboratory chemical inventory system that supports objectives in production, general facility operations, and environmental regulatory reporting. Perform daily or periodical lab instruments calibration and maintain the calibration records. Able to perform crude oil analysis (Salt, BS&W, water content, Sulphur, RVP, H2S, asphaltene, viscosity, API gravity, density) Arrange and communicate round robin sampling and analysis of crude oil quality with various contractors and lab facilities. Perform scale/sludge analysis, SRB bacteria analysis and reporting to operations Track chemicals from receipt at respective facility through distribution, storage, use and disposal. Provide reports from the chemical tracking database for WQ1, operation managers and environmental, safety and health personnel. Develop weekly monthly and annual reports on laboratory chemicals and consumables and future requirement projections. Able to perform gas compositional Analysis. Asphaltene and Wax monitoring in wells Able to perform water analysis (pH, oil in water, TSS,TDS, Ion Composition, Scaling Tendencies) EOR Fluid Compatibility Studies for field development activities Reporting & Communication: Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations summarizing findings, conclusions. Technical Support on fluid-related issues such as flow assurance (wax, asphaltene, hydrate risks), surface facility design, and reservoir performance. Sample Coordination: Coordinate and ensure proper procedures for the acquisition, handling, and transportation of downhole and surface fluid samples. QualificationsWhat makes you remarkable? At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.ExpectedQualifications: Bachelor’s in chemistry or chemical Engineering, preferably good academic background Experience with oilfield laboratory operations and laboratory management with international oil companies. 5 years + experience in oil fields Awareness of ISO 9001, ISO 17025 or ISO certified. Willing to work in oilfield 30-40% time in field. Skills Good English speaking and writing skills Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with appropriate guidance, Able to prioritize multiple tasks Demonstrate critical analytical and strong written and verbal communication skills Interpersonal skills Good computer skills including soft skills on Microsoft office, experience and Maximo preferred. About UsWood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.comDiversity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.