Chemist, Lab (Ghuwaifat Border-Sila)

Job Purpose

To supervise and perform physical and chemical tests on aviation fuels, general fuels and related products crossing the UAE borders adhere to international specifications and/or other approved standards. To align the testing of fuel and other

related products to support the Govermment and Organization Strategy, ISO requirements and balanced scorecard objectives.

Job Specific Accountabilities

Instructs and directs the work of the Laboratory Technician and the Laboratory Assistant. Monitors

performance and ensures that they follow proper testing, and fire and safety procedures in the

laboratory.

• Supervises and carries out Laboratory activities such as routine and non- routine testing and analysis

of general/industrial fuels, aviation fuels and related products. Ensures and follows the standard and

established procedures and ensure that results are accurate and in accordance with Company

specifications.

• Carries out special tests, which may involve advanced techniques, the use of special apparatus or

modifications to traditional testing methods to ensure product is on specification.

• Reviews and prepares test reports and ensures proper distribution of same to all concerned. Uses the

online/ Quality Control System to complete standard reports.

• When required, visits ADNOC terminals/Depots, airports and other customer storage facilities to make

certain that the quality control procedures are followed. Recommends immediate action whenever there

are problems. Reports to the Department Manager for final advice.

• Tests and controls the qualities of all products imported (drum or bulk) or received from refinery and

sold by ADNOC distribution to ensure that the specifications are as the prescribed standard.

• Provide a solution and recommendation to adjust the products in case of contamination or failure in

particular tests.

• To train and guide all laboratory staff on all testing methods and on new testing methods/equipment

and ensure the team meets the highest standards of proficiency.

Job Specific Accountabilities2

To supervise and perform the calibration and verification of Laboratory equipment and testing facilities

and maintain records of the same. Also plan and supervise Lab Analyses Schedules and report

deviations of results. Prepares \& maintain the Statistical Quality Control (SQC) Charts to verify and

monitor the performance.

• To maintain an up to date Laboratory Documentation system including Laboratory procedures,

manuals, products specification and schedule of analyses to facilitate timely decision making.

• To plan and supervise the input of data to the Laboratory Management System of ADNOC Distribution

and thereby ensure accuracy and timeliness of all updates.

• Provide a solution and recommendation to adjust the Off-spec products/slop as well as utilization of

non-moving products when needed in consultation with Department Manager Product Quality Control

\& Laboratory.

To maintain an up - to - date Laboratory Documention system including Labortory procedures,manuals, products specification, and schedule of analyses to facilitate timely decision making.

to plan and supervise the input od data to the laboratory management sysytem of Adnoc Distribution and thereby ensure accuracy and timeliness of all updates.

prepare an annual plan to purchase chimical materials with a budget estimate and an annual plan to purchase the rest of the testing supplies with a budget estimate (OPEX)

Job Specific Accountabilities3

Maintenance and Troubleshooting of Laboratory Equipment

• Ensure the effective reliability of laboratory equipment to provide accurate information to end users.
• Ensure that no delays are incurred on laboratory analyses timelines and submittals are according to

stipulated schedules so as to meet end user requirements.

• Maintain a standby and backup testing facilities in case of breakdown.

Laboratory Procurement and Pre-Commissioning

• Initiates Purchase requisition, follow up for Purchase Order release to selected Vendor and Initiate

GRN in the system for payment to Vendor.

• Participates in vendor pre – qualification process for vendors related to R\&D and laboratory testing

equipment, together with superiors, to ensure that all product requirements and services are provided

cost efficiently in accordance with defined standards and procedures ensuring optimum protection of

ADNOC Distribution’s business interests.

Inventory Management

• Controls inventory of chemicals, testing apparatus, equipment and glassware for the efficient operation

of the Laboratory. Ensures that such are maintained in a clean, orderly and safe condition. Prepares

Requisitions For Chemicals And Other Materials When Required.

ISO Management

• Maintains and updates records, data and documents for ISO related to aviation and general fuels.

Participates on the internal Audit team and presents all related work to the Manager for final approval.

Others

• Coordinates with Senior Chemist and Department Manager and implements testing of samples received

from ASTM Proficiency Testing Programs (ASTM PTP) or other Laboratories, as part of Inter Lab Cross

Check Programs.

• Performs other similar or related duties as requested by the Manager including covering for the senior

Chemist whenever needed.

• Participates actively in seminars and industrial exhibitions featuring international analytical equipment

manufacturing and refining industries.

• Recommends the disposal of contaminated products after analysis making sure the financial loss, if

any, is minimal.

• Conduct in-house technical training course for other department staff and customers when needed.

Management Reporting

• Prepares the monthly performance report, if required, the biannual specifications of fuels.

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor Degree in Chemistry

Minimum Experience, Knowledge \& Skills

6 years of experience in similar role in Oil and Gas industry will be preferable.

• Diverse knowledge of chemical \& physical analyses, Crude oil, fuels products characterization / test

methods, ASTM / IP \& other applicable standard test methods.