Casual Offshore Chemist

SGS are the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

We deliver services that touch every part of human activity and improve millions of lives - from ensuring the safety of food, clothing, transportation, and medicine to better testing in the nuclear industry. Whatever your role, you will make an important contribution to delivering safer products, better services and keeping society connected.

Job Title: Offshore Chemist (Casual)

Location: Offshore – Aberdeen
Salary: Competitive offshore rates

Are you ready to bring your expertise to the offshore environment? We’re looking for a Casual Offshore Chemist to join our team on an as‑needed basis in Aberdeen. In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring the highest standards of laboratory operations, delivering accurate sampling and analysis, and supporting smooth platform performance.

What You’ll Do

• Perform sampling and analysis in line with international standards and documented procedures.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and maintain exceptional analytical performance.
• Represent SGS on client sites, ensuring compliance with all test methods, procedures, and QHSE requirements.
• Troubleshoot issues with equipment, methods, or samples, liaising with onshore support to maintain continuity of service.
• Maintain adequate stock of consumables and ensure all testing equipment is calibrated and safe for use.
• Complete routine sampling, analysis, and reporting as per client procedures.

• Strong understanding of laboratory best practices and quality systems.
• Ability to work independently in an offshore environment.
• Commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

How to be a successful candidate

• HNC level in chemistry or related science based subject, or equivalent.
• Off‑shore medical certificate.
• Off‑shore survival certificate.
• MIST On line Training
• SBT
  01
• Oil in Water
• H2S Sampling Experience – Use of half mask and full BA mask
• Oil in Sand

Join us and make an impact where precision matters most.
Apply today to be part of a team that values expertise, reliability, and innovation.

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

APPLY NOW for full consideration, if you are selected for an interview, or further consideration, we will be in touch with you directly.