Key Responsibility Areas (KRA):
Lab Engineer is expected to cover the following KRAs:
KRA 1- Testing.
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Receive samples (tank, truck, test request, etc.). Check all information of samples & clearly label samples.
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Make sure there is sufficient quantity of samples prior to commencing testing.
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Ensure all test equipment is thoroughly checked and correctly prepared prior to commencing testing.
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Ensure samples are prepared in strict accordance with the relevant ASTM standard procedure.
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Carry out all testing in strict accordance with the established Bedyal lab procedure and the relevant ASTM standard procedure.
KRA 2- Documentation.
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Record all test results in both hard and soft copy and file in the designated folders.
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Record all work performed during the shift in both hard and soft copy.
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Prepare reports (tank, truck, certificate of quality, density, invoice, etc.) and ensure delivery to the relevant party in accordance with the established Bedyal lab procedure.
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Maintain accurate records for all samples stored, issued and received.
KRA 3- Reporting.
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Report immediately to the Lab Manager any emergency situation, test failure, equipment malfunction or any other anomaly.
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Report verbally to Lab Manager at the end of the shift about all work done in the laboratory or any action needed, and that a comprehensive handover to the next shift is recorded in the lab logbook.
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Perform the duties of the Lab Manager when the Lab Manager is absent, and report directly to the Control Room Manager for the duration of such absence.
KRA 4 – Lab Operations & General
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Participate in the routine set-up and calibration of laboratory equipment.
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Participate with the Laboratory Manager in the development of laboratory analytical procedures and SOPs covering safety, equipment calibration (IBNLT ISO 10012-1), correlation program, and sampling (IBNLT ASTM D-4057) of conveyances and static storage tanks.
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Assist in acquisition and inventory maintenance of required laboratory equipment, glassware, reagents, safety equipment and other expendables.
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Keeping up to date with the ASTM/EN/UOP/IP/ISO analytical procedures and participate in training programs to facilitate such where required.
Education / Personal Qualification:
Education:
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Bachelor or diploma degree in Chemical engineering, oil engineering, chemist or equivalent.
Experience:
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0-2 years of Experience as Lab analyst or Lab assistant
Knowledge:
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Knowledge of oil laboratory principles
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Knowledge of data entry procedures
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Oil field expertise
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Knowledge of ASTM & IP lab procedure standard
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Familiarity with ISO Standards
Skills:
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Strong communication skills (verbal)
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Complex analytical methodology and planning skills
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Microsoft Office
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English and Arabic or Kurdish language skills (written and oral)
Abilities:
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Able to work with the team
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Proven self-starter in a dynamic operational/task environment
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Proven problem-solving ability
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Able to work under pressure
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Able to deliver assigned work on time
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Able to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
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Able to maintain confidential information
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Able to work rotating shifts (flexible)
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Able to train subordinates
