Offshore Chemist - Zero Hours
Intertek UK · Aberdeen
ABOUT YOU:
You are a safety-focused and self-motivated chemistry professional with experience working in scientific and/or offshore environments. With strong analytical, reporting and communication skills, you are confident working independently, building effective client relationships and delivering high-quality results. You are committed to continuous professional development and thrive in a role where professionalism, adaptability and attention to detail are essential.
Required skills and experience:
- Degree or HNC in Chemical Sciences (or another relevant scientific discipline), or equivalent offshore experience carrying out chemistry-related duties.
- Experience conducting analytical testing and general laboratory activities within a scientific environment.
- Strong technical reporting skills, with the ability to produce reports suitable for internal review and client issue.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively and build positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development through ongoing training and competency maintenance.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and data recording/reporting systems.
- Experience performing sampling and analysis at client sites, including activities such as high-pressure sampling, chemical management, asset chemist support, microbiological surveys, mercury surveys, and training or assessment activities.
- Knowledge and practical experience of Oil in Water analysis, pressurised sampling, and fiscal analysis.
- Completion of Offshore Survival and MIST certification, a valid OEUK medical, and IOSH Managing Safely qualification is desirable.
- Completion of OPITO Petroleum Open Learning (POL) modules, such as Oil & Gas Separation, Produced Water Treatment, or Injection Water Treatment, is advantageous.
- Safety-focused, organised and methodical, with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Flexible, self-motivated, and committed to maintaining high standards of professionalism and integrity.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
This is an exciting opportunity to join Intertek as a Zero Hours Offshore Chemist, providing specialist field service support across offshore and onshore client locations. Working on a flexible, ad hoc basis, you will undertake a varied range of sampling, analytical and project activities whilst representing Intertek on client sites. This role offers the chance to work autonomously, develop your technical expertise and contribute to the delivery of safe, high-quality services within a leading global organisation.
Key activities:
- Deliver offshore field service projects, including mobilisation, planning, sampling, analysis, and sample preservation activities in line with agreed project scopes.
- Ensure all equipment, consumables, and calibration requirements are maintained to support safe and effective project delivery.
- Complete project documentation accurately and on time, including reports, timesheets, feedback records, and training documentation.
- Maintain professional competence by keeping all mandatory training and development requirements up to date.
- Represent Intertek professionally at client sites, building strong relationships and delivering exceptional customer service.
- Promote a culture of safety, quality, continuous improvement, and operational excellence across all activities.
- Provide operational support between field assignments as required.
- Comply with all company and client QHSE requirements, including the reporting of incidents, near misses, non-conformances, and equipment issues.
- Ensure risk assessments, control measures, and appropriate PPE are in place and followed at all times.
- Identify opportunities for business growth and communicate potential leads and service opportunities to relevant stakeholders.
- Collaborate effectively with Field Projects Coordinators and colleagues across the wider business to ensure successful project delivery.
- Act as an ambassador for Intertek, supporting strong client partnerships and reinforcing positive safety and performance cultures.
WHAT WE OFFER
Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision, pace and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better, ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.
- Competitive salary/benefits
- Development and career opportunities around the Globe
- Working in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environment
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against applicants, and all qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are proud to be a Real Living Wage employer, ensuring our colleagues are compensated in line with independently assessed living standards. We are also committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to support candidates and employees with disabilities or special needs.
Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement, and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.
Looking for a flexible offshore opportunity in Aberdeen? Join Intertek as a Zero Hours Offshore Chemist and support a range of offshore and onshore projects on an ad hoc basis, delivering specialist services to leading clients while maintaining flexibility around your availability.