Onsite Petroleum Laboratory Specialist

4 weeks ago

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Bureau Veritas Group Full time

Field Laboratory Analyst
Location: Edmonton, AB

Full Time Permanent

Job Overview and Responsibilities:

This role involves delivering proficient, adaptable, and prompt operational and analytical assistance for both short-term and long-term Onsite Petroleum Laboratory and Client projects, as required.

Key responsibilities encompass:

  • Collaborating closely with Lab Manager(s) and clients to ensure smooth operations while providing support for onsite initiatives, including coverage for absences and staff shortages.
  • Effectively conducting field sampling, analytical testing, and physical properties assessments while maintaining expertise in all routine analyses within the laboratory network.
  • Offering technical guidance and mentorship to junior personnel, including training initiatives.
  • Identifying opportunities for enhancements in operational, analytical, safety, and quality best practices.
  • Executing routine and non-routine maintenance and troubleshooting of instruments.
  • Carrying out instrument installation, method development, and validation tasks.
  • Reviewing Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) summary reports to prioritize daily tasks for oneself and junior staff.
  • Recognizing areas for improvement, including production inefficiencies and potential business opportunities, and communicating these insights to the direct manager.
  • Adhering to site-specific standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Identifying and reporting non-conformances to the supervisor/manager and contributing to corrective action strategies.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

  • Bachelor of Science or technical diploma (Chemical Technology) with a strong emphasis on chemistry/laboratory science or equivalent.
  • 5-10 years of relevant, comprehensive experience in a laboratory setting; prior leadership experience is essential.
  • Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and quality/document control systems is highly preferred.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with various laboratory, client, and third-party personnel.
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Capable of working effectively in teams while also being confident in independent work with minimal supervision.
  • Adaptable to dynamic situations, maintaining a positive attitude in diverse work environments and with various personalities.
  • Extensive practical experience and expertise in the following areas: Oil and Gas physical properties, Petroleum Product testing, Water analysis (Industrial and/or waste water), Field sampling and sample preparation (water, gases, petroleum, geochemical), Gas Chromatography (GC-FID, GC-TCD, GC-SCD), Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP-OES).

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive Health & Dental Coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Company RRSP matching
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Opportunities for Professional Development

Work Schedule:

  • Flexibility to accommodate various shift types based on client requirements (e.g., 14 on/14 off; 7 on/7 off; 5 on/2 off).
  • Frequent out-of-town travel (up to 80%) for extended periods may be necessary.
  • Availability for evening, weekend, and overnight shifts, with potential for overtime.

Working Conditions:

  • Typical laboratory working conditions, which may involve extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking, including outdoor work in varying weather.
  • Must possess a valid Class 5 Alberta Driver's License with fewer than 5 demerits.
  • Extended driving (4-6 hours) may be required to reach remote locations; ability to drive in all weather conditions is essential.
  • Willingness to fly to client sites as necessary.

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