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LABORATORY OPERATIONS SPECIALIST
PLANT OPERATIONS LABORATORY
World’s Largest Producer of LNG
Good Client QatarGas running 6 multiBill$ LNG JV's w/ ExxonMobil, Dutch Shell Oil, ConocoPhilliips, Total etc. needs:
      Job Essentials:
• Administer the ISO17025 Quality Management System in the Laboratory
• Reports to the Head of Lalboratory
      Qualifications:
• BS Chemistry/Science or Engineering or equiv in a QC Mgmt Environment
• 10 years experience in Quality Management
• 5 years in an oil and gas or petrochemical plant
• Other: SHE, teamwork, communications skills, job knowledge, supervision, ethics, etc.
      Situation: 
Long term, direct hire, family status w/ free accommodations, auto, local private school tuition for kids through HS, global medical coverage, bonuses, 30+ day vacation w/ family airfare about anywhere, all TAX FREE.  Safe, westernized country w/ outstanding beaches, hotels, golf, shopping, etc., work available for wives, etc.  TOTAL COMP ~ $170K should live well and Bank ~ $70K/yr

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. Lab Process Excellence Leader    Base ~ $80K/$150K
  2. THE COMPANY , one of the world's largest diversified petrochemical companies (larger than DuPont), is seeking experienced and innovative Lab Process Excellence Leader 
  3. COMPANY'S, Technology and Innovation (T&I) GROUP has an opening position for lab process excellence leader. He should have a strong experience in leading a team to fulfill the job requirements of lab quality system including  ISO standards.
  4. The successful candidate will join the analytical department in technology and innovation environments.  The position is located at COMPANY'S Technology Center - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
  5. *[I've been to Riyadh; safe, sophisticated, exPats from all over the world working there; the 3 from the USA they hired thru me recently really like the COMPANY and the living situation.]
  6. COMPANY offers excellent and exciting working environment,  tax free compensation and attractive benefits.
  7. The successful candidate will:
  8. • Provides support to other analytical teams in term of safety, quality and ISO 17025 advisory
  9. • Implement and monitor the quality management system and ensure that the requirements of ISO standards accreditation are met.
  10. • Liaison with COMPANY R&T Section Manager for Quality Systems.
  11. • Coordinate and conduct of audits and reviews of the quality system.
  12. • Ensure the conduction of staff  assessment.
  13. • Review findings of audits and approve corrective actions as adequate and complete
  14. • Ensure corrective actions are monitored to confirm their effectiveness.
  15. • Ensure that agreed preventive actions are implemented.
  16. • Approve sub-contractors and suppliers in consultation with the expert.
  17. • Approve of documents for compliance with quality policy.
  18. • Ensure appropriate response to quality anomalies and complaints and review corrective actions where appropriate.
  19. • Coordinate all proficiency testing, round robin programs and blind samples activities and issue a monthly report to the Manager Manage and coordinate all lab equipment maintenance and ensure  
  20. • Advise the section manager for analytical laboratory and experts on quality issues and the quality implications of any changes or proposed changes to procedures with respect to the Laboratories' activities.
  21. • Implement and monitor the Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) system and ensure that the requirements of EHS manual are met
  22. • liaison with the EHS department to gain the technical assistance needed to identify and control the hazards associated with the work processes and fulfill environmental protection, safety, and health responsibilities within our department
  23. • Conduct a monthly safety meeting among the department and report all near miss and learned incidents.
  24. • Coordinate all maintenance issues for all equipments
  25. • Coordinate all preventive maintenance contracts
  26. • Coordinate all procurement issues and flow up with the buyer to make sure all goods are delivered on time
  27. • Give technical support to all LIMS users including, lab people, customers and end users
  28. • Prepare and issue a monthly activity and work load report
  29. • Monitor all samples and tests status in the LIMS and notify the lab for backlog and delays
  30.           Education and Experience
  31. Master degree in analytical chemistry with at least 5 years of industrial experience is preferred. In lieu, a BsC Degree with considerable work experience and diversified exposure may be considered. Applicant must have extensive knowledge of ISO standards and 17025 accreditations, excellent leadership and management and communication skills. He must have some knowledge of laboratory practices, techniques, health and safety, quality assurance processes, equipment and instruments, and related scientific theories. having English proficiency in verbal and written form is a must. Familiar with common analytical research and technology processes and must be adept in computer literacy, able to use Microsoft Office, internet and email
  32.           SALARIES: TAX FREE  GLOBALLY ATTRACTIVE  +  package includes the followings:
  33. • Housing allowance, 25% of the basic salary
  34. • Transportation allowance ~ 10% of the basic salary(max SAR.1000/month for below grade 13, or max 2000 for grade 14 or above)
  35. • Research allowance 10 to 30%
  36. • Full medical coverage for the candidate, his wife and four of his children’s under 18 years
  37. • Once a year air ticket back home (or anywhere for same ticket cost) for the candidate, his wife and four  two of his children’s under 18 years
  38. • Schools fees for four of the candidate kids under 18 at the employee nationality schools in the kingdom. If the children are not studying in the KSA, then the employee will be entitled for a maximum 10% of his annual basic salary regardless of the number of the children.
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  41. Elemental Analysis Scientist    Base $90K/$150K
  42. THE COMPANY , one of the world's largest diversified petrochemical companies (larger than DuPont), is seeking experienced and innovative  Elemental Analysis Scientist
  43. COMPANY'S, Technology and Innovation (T&I) GROUP has an opening position for an Elemental Analysis Scientist with fundamentally strong analytical chemistry science background and deep technical expertise in a variety of elemental analysis techniques (including but not limited to AAS, ICP and ICP-MS) and sample preparation/handling procedures. He should have a strong practical experience in analyzing different kind of samples.
  44. The successful candidate will join the analytical department in technology and innovation environments. The position is located at COMPANY'S Technology Center - Riyadh**, Saudi Arabia.
  45. **[I've been to Riyadh; safe, sophisticated, exPats from all over the world working there; the 3 from the USA they hired thru me recently really like the COMPANY and the living situation.]
  46. COMPANY offers excellent and exciting working environment,  tax free compensation and attractive benefits.
  47. The successful candidate will:
  48. • Operate under accredited laboratory standards, conduct, plan, coordinate, and implement research and development of analytical methods
  49. • Carry out the enhancement of laboratory analytical systems as well as establish, provide, and maintain quality service and scientific support
  50. • Partner effectively with multi-functional, multi-disciplinary teams (e.g., Product Development and Technology Development teams) and deliver critical Elemental analysis needs.
  51. • Develop ICP & ICP-MS methods for different applications such as petrochemicals, polymers and fertilizers industries to provide analytical solution to complex problems
  52. • Utilize state of the art microwave technologies in the sample preparation
  53. • Guide project direction through new technical insights and recommendations.
  54. • Keep on the fore-front of an analytical capabilities and identify, develop, and deploy novel elemental analysis capabilities within COMPANY technical community.
  55. • Provide technical coaching to others.
  56. • Create greater awareness of elemental analysis techniques within T&I and how it applies to the business.
  57.           Education and Experience
  58. Ph.D  Degree in Analytical Chemistry with at least 3 years of industrial experience is preferred. In lieu, a Master's Degree with considerable work experience and diversified exposure may be considered.  Applicant must have some practical experience in ICP and ICP-MS Spectrometry. Strong drive to rapidly absorb and develop further technical skills centered around ICP and ICP-MS, including high-level advanced techniques and able to implement knowledge quickly, especially in demanding situations. Hands-on experience with ICP in the petrochemical application is an added value. Knowledge of laboratory accreditation standards, such as ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 17025:2005, to ensure testing results adhere to standards. Knowledge of laboratory practices, techniques, health and safety, quality assurance processes, equipment and instruments, and related scientific theories. Has analytical and research skills to conduct independent and/or leading edge research, design new analytical methods and procedures, and operate instruments and equipment to conduct complex testing. English proficiency in verbal and written form. Must be adept in computer literacy, able to use Microsoft Offic
  59.         SALARIES: TAX FREE  GLOBALLY ATTRACTIVE  +  package includes the followings:
  60. • Housing allowance, 25% of the basic salary
  61. • Transportation allowance ~ 10% of the basic salary(max SAR.1000/month for below grade 13, or max 2000 for grade 14 or above)
  62. • Research allowance 10 to 30%
  63. • Full medical coverage for the candidate, his wife and four of his children’s under 18 years
  64. • Once a year air ticket back home (or anywhere for same ticket cost) for the candidate, his wife and four  two of his children’s under 18 years
  65. • Schools fees for four of the candidate kids under 18 at the employee nationality schools in the kingdom. If the children are not studying in the KSA, then the employee will be entitled for a maximum 10% of his annual basic salary regardless of the number of the children.


POLYPROPYLENE & POLYETHYLENE PROCESS SCIENTISTS
 THE COMPANY , one of the world's largest diversified petrochemical companies, is seeking experienced and innovative Scientists, Materials Development & Processing Engineers for a number of positions at their Technical Center, Riyadh**, Saudi Arabia. The qualified candidates must have  MS or preferably Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Material Science, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering with a  minimum of 5-10 years experience in related areas and demonstrated success in initiating, planning, executing and commercializing research projects.
**[I've been to Riyadh; safe, sophisticated, exPats from all over the world working there; the 3 from the USA they hired thru me recently really like the COMPANY and the living situation.]
THE COMPANY  is establishing its Plastics Application Development Center, at Riyadh Techno Valley, King Saud University. This Center will work closely with several of THE COMPANY ’s SBU’s and customers. It will be responsible for the development of new materials as well as realizing growth by developing new applications for THE COMPANY  materials. The team will develop state of the art knowledge in the areas of material development, compounding, plastics processing, secondary operations such as painting and plating, application testing and computer aided engineering and design.
POLYETHYLENE PROCESS SCIENTIST
Role
•  Initiate and conduct research programs directed towards the development of   catalyst, process and product improvements for gas or slurry phase polyethylene processes.
•  Provide Technology Support to commercial Gas or Slurry Phase Polyethylene  Plants.
•  Provide trouble-shooting support and drive problem resolution for polyethylene manufacturing plants.
•  Collect and interpret plant process data and make recommendations for improvements.     
•  Design and lead process and product pilot plant development campaigns for the assigned task including preliminary reviews, data interpretation, and final reporting
•  Participate in new product and process technology implementations in polyethylene manufacturing plants.
•  Formally document and communicate research findings and improvements. (Reports and presentations)
•  Execute research programs involving both individual and   team contributions towards creating value to the business.
Experience required 
•  Minimum 5 years of experience in Polyethylene Process technology Research & Operation.
•  Require experience / fundamental knowledge in Ziegler-Natta or Chromium and/or single site catalyst kinetics and operation for polyethylene.
•  Hands on experience in polyethylene gas or slurry phase commercial process operation & development.
•  Preference to have experience/knowledge in fluidization and polymerization process modeling & simulation. 
Qualifications
•  PhD / M. Sc / B. Sc  Chemical Engineering
•  Have a  business mindset
•  Have an inquisitive mind, willing to learn and capable of assimilating and using a complex set of technical & commercial
•  Capable of organizing and, if appropriate, conducting literature researches
•  English proficiency in verbal and written form
•  Strong interpersonal & communication skills
•  Be capable to organize internal training and customer seminars and to deliver presentations at industry conferences
POLYPROPYLENE PROCESS SCIENTIST
•  Initiate and conduct research programs directed towards the development of   catalyst, process and product improvements for gas or slurry phase polypropylene  processes.
•  Provide Technology Support to commercial Gas or Slurry Phase Polypropylene   Plants.
•  Provide trouble-shooting support and drive problem resolution for polypropylene  manufacturing plants.
•  Collect and interpret plant process data and make recommendations for improvements.     
•  Design and lead process and product pilot plant development campaigns for the assigned task including preliminary reviews, data interpretation, and final reporting
•  Participate in new product and process technology implementations in polypropylene manufacturing plants.
•  Formally document and communicate research findings and improvements. (Reports and presentations)
•  Execute research programs involving both individual and   team contributions towards creating value to the business.
Experience required 
•  Minimum 5 years of experience in Polypropylene Process technology Research & Operation.
•  Require experience / fundamental knowledge in Ziegler-Natta or and/or single site catalyst kinetics and operation for polypropylene.
•  Hands on experience in polypropylene gas or slurry phase commercial process operation & development.
•  Preference to have experience/knowledge in fluidization and polymerization process modeling & simulation.
SALARIES: TAX FREE  GLOBALLY ATTRACTIVE  +  package includes the followings:
• Housing allowance, 25% of the basic salary
• Transportation allowance ~ 10% of the basic salary(max SAR.1000/month for below grade 13, or max 2000 for grade 14 or above)
• Research allowance 10 to 30%
• Full medical coverage for the candidate, his wife and four of his children’s under 18 years
• Once a year air ticket back home (or anywhere for same ticket cost) for the candidate, his wife and four  two of his children’s under 18 years
• Schools fees for four of the candidate kids under 18 at the employee nationality schools in the kingdom. If the children are not studying in the KSA, then the employee will be entitled for a maximum 10% of his annual basic salary regardless of the number of the children.

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