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Process Technical Assistant (Chemist)

Barrow-in-Furness



Process Technical Assistant (Chemist) - Overview:




  • Base salary: Competitive
  • Location: Barrow-in-Furness





  • Monitor and maintain process fluids against specification through routine and non-routine analysis, advising Operations and Field Chemist of necessary corrective action.
  • Ensures that the ongoing integrity of process plant safety and performance is maintained and operationally effective.
  • Assist in reviewing plant performance by devising and performing laboratory trials, maintaining records of findings/results and prepare/present reports of tests with any appropriate conclusions and recommendations.
  • Identify areas for improvement or rationalisation of process plant and develop supporting rationale.
  • Assist in analytical test procedures and laboratory Standards of Competence ensuring their quality and validity and that all laboratory standards are maintained to ISO 14001 requirements.
  • Provide specialist technical advice and assistance to personnel within Production Operations and liaise with a diverse range of external analytical services and contracts enhancing in-house analytical expertise.
  • Conduct laboratory trials in support of commissioning activities supporting the new gas production facility.
  • Assist Operations in the sampling of liquids and solids for routine and non-routine testing from designated sample ports






Process Technical Assistant (Chemist) - The Role:




  • Routine analysis schedule maintained with accurate results produced
  • Completion of Laboratory results form for review prior to issue
  • Laboratory processes maintained to ISO 14001 standards
  • Use of Process and laboratory chemicals minimised
  • Safety, production and environmental risks are observed and managed in accordance with company policy
  • Routinely assess the effects of current activities advising measures to identify hazards, prevent pollution and minimise health and safety risks and environmental impacts to senior management.
  • On the basis of risk assessment provide safe, healthy and environmentally friendly working conditions, supported by laboratory systems. 
  • Reduce and where feasible eliminate discharges, emissions and waste that may have an adverse effect on the environment.
  • Use energy, chemicals and natural resources with increasing care and efficiency.
  • Co-operates with line managers, operations and supervisors in the prevention of work-related accidents and ill-health, and the promotion of environmental good practice by adopting appropriate behaviour.
  • Adheres to health, safety and environmental instructions and procedures.
  • Reports unsafe practices, behaviours and equipment, and health, safety and environmental concerns and incidents.
  • Supports a positive health, safety and environmental culture, offering improvement suggestions and participating in review of work practices and procedures.
  • Endeavours to apply good housekeeping in work areas.
  • Supports and participates in HS&E improvement initiatives.
  • Ensures correct PPE is worn for work activities.
  • Promotes continuous improvement on health and safety performance.
  • Promotes continuous improvement in environmental performance for demonstration of commitment to the ISO 14001 externally certified EMS.






Process Technical Assistant (Chemist) - The Person:




  • Degree in a Chemistry related discipline or HNC/D level qualification is acceptable when balanced with extensive operational experience, providing the underpinning knowledge.
  • Must have a background in laboratory analysis techniques,ideally within a complex process or chemical plant environment.
  • Possesses good communication skills, both written and oral, recognising the range of internal and external parties that he/she will liaise with.
  • IT software will support activities in recording/maintaining data and preparing reports, therefore knowledge of current PC software applications is needed.
  • Job holder must undertake a range of specialised technical and safety training including fire fighting and the use of self contained breathing apparatus.
  • Key competencies will include Problem solving, data gathering, high work standards,good communication skils and initiative, as the work requires attention to detail, trouble shooting and working with minimal supervision.






Process Technical Assistant (Chemist) - The Company:



Centrica Energy is in the spotlight as our role in finding essential oil and gas supplies becomes more and more significant both internationally and at home. Our continuing success is driven by a high performance culture where the achievements of our people really matter and make a difference. If you would like to raise your profile with a FTSE Top 25 energy company, now is the time to do it.



PLEASE APPLY ONLINE by hitting the ‘Apply’ button. Please upload your cover letter and CV as one document. This role will close on 26th February 2012. Applications will ONLY be accepted via the 'Apply' button.



To request an update on this role, or if you have any problems uploading your CV please email Jessica.parker@centrica.com typing 'Update Required: Process Technical Assistant (Chemist) (CE2665)  in the subject title.



This role is being handled by the Centrica recruitment team and NO agency contact is required.



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