Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacancy:
Laboratory Supervisor
The successful candidate will be required to supervise and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in performing chemical and physical tests required for quality control of processes and products; as well as the work environment. It IT Systems Analyst Systems Administration ensures that the relevant standard and recommended best practices are adhered to in all system design, configuration and implementation.
Qualifications and Experience:
- BSc in Chemistry with specialization in analytical chemistry from a recognized university
- A minimum of five (5) years' relevant experience in a refinery/major processing plant; at least three (3) of which should be at the supervisory level
- Working knowledge of ISO processes
Or
- Diploma in Chemistry with specializations in analytical chemistry from a recognized university
- A minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience in a refinery/major processing plant; at least five years of which should be at a supervisory level
- Working knowledge of ISO processes
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Directs and advises personnel on special test procedures to analyze components and physical properties of materials
- Compiles and analyzes test information to determine operating efficiency of process or equipment and diagnose malfunctions
- Overseas routine Laboratory testing. Responsible for the satisfactory supply of spares and reagents and for maintenance of Laboratory equipment
- Oversees the preparation of quality certificates and transmits to accounting, bunker services and independent contractors
- Prepares test solutions, compounds, and reagents for use by laboratory personnel in conducting tests
- Advises on standardization of Laboratory equipment and ensures that they are in safe operating condition
- Participates in emergency preparedness and response activities including but not limited to being first responder for medical/first aid, fires (operates the firefighting equipment) oil an chemical spills and hurricanes
- Supervises Laboratory technicians and directs the routine testing of refinery streams, finished products, crude and product imports in accordance with standard procedures
- Prepares monthly APF gravity reports to Financial Controller
Key Competencies:
- Demonstrates critical thinking, decision-making ability and sound judgement
- Leadership - Inspires respect and trust and motivates others to perform well
- Exhibits calm demeanor and works effectively in high pressure situations
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Flexible and able to adapt quickly to changing situations
- High level of accuracy and thoroughness in all aspects of work
- Displays professionalism, maturity and discipline
- Excellent communications skills both orally and written, suited for diverse internal and external audiences
- Displays initiative; takes action on own cognizance
- Displays professionalism, maturity and discipline
Please forward resumes by Friday, March 21, 2025 to: hrdmail@petrojam.com
Subject line: Laboratory Supervisor
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.