Laboratory Analyst II

Core Laboratories; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000

Job description

Summary

The Laboratory Analyst II is responsible for performing a broad range of laboratory activities related to the analysis of geological materials, fluids, and other samples. This role requires adaptability to work across multiple departments, including rock properties, fluid analysis, core analysis, and wellsite services. The individual will follow approved procedures, ensuring high-quality data collection, documentation, and compliance with company standards. The Laboratory Analyst will also be expected to support offshore operations and other locations on an ad-hoc basis.

Duties & Responsibilities

General Laboratory Duties:

1. Perform laboratory tests on rock, fluids, and gas samples following documented procedures and quality standards.
2. Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment as per standard operating procedures.
3. Accurately record test results and complete all required worksheets, data forms, and reports.
4. Maintain a clean, organised, and safe laboratory environment in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
5. Follow quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) processes, reporting any non-conformances.
6. Assist with training of junior staff and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
7. Assist with setting up, adjusting, maintaining, and operating laboratory equipment in accordance with applicable standards and workplace practice and maintaining workplace cleanliness.

Cross-Departmental Responsibilities:

1. Conduct tests in rock properties, fluid analysis (PVT, Chemistry, GC), and core analysis laboratories as required.
2. Support wellsite services, including sample collection, preparation, and on-site analysis.
3. Work collaboratively with different departments to ensure smooth operations and data consistency.
4. Adapt to changing workloads and assist with various projects as needed.

Offshore and Field Work:

1. Travel offshore on an ad-hoc basis to perform sample collection and analysis.
2. Conduct wellsite analytical services, including PVT sampling, water/oil/gas analysis, and core catching.
3. Ensure all offshore work is performed according to safety and quality standards.

Safety & Compliance:

1. Adhere to company safety policies and government environmental regulations.
2. Report unsafe practices and stop work if safety concerns arise.
3. Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2008 and company QA/QC procedures.
4. To comply with the requirements of the Quality Management System in all daily work activities and to follow the ‘Principles of Prevention’.
5. To stop, or attempt to stop, any recognised unsafe or environmentally irresponsible practice.
6. To report all Non-Conformances and problems to your manager on a Non-Conformance and Corrective Action Report.
7. To fully complete all worksheets, data forms, records, and administrative forms legibly and to distribute or file these in the appropriate location.
8. To always respect and protect company and client confidentiality.
9. Perform additional duties as assigned, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to operational excellence.

Qualifications

1. Educated to a minimum HNC or equivalent in a science subject, or relevant experience.
2. Degree in geoscience based subject preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:

1. Excellent analytical & problem-solving skills.
2. Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
3. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
4. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

COMPETENCIES

1. Execution Excellence: deliver impact through practical problem-solving, finding practical solutions to navigate and overcome obstacles; engagement with stakeholders, achieving shared goals using effective interpersonal skills; and purposeful execution, implements actionable and adaptive plans to achieve results.
2. People Advocacy: build human-centric organizational cultures that promote performance, productivity and wellbeing, navigating change, and holding the organization to ethical standards, ensuring ethical conduct and compliance, and mitigating people risks.
3. Data Literacy: analyse, interpret, and communicate operational data to derive actionable insights, inform decision-making, and operational improvements to achieve strategic business objectives.
4. Digital Agility: utilize technology to enhance operational efficiency and prepare the organization to adopt digital practices.
5. Leading Self: has a self-awareness of how actions are perceived and how to respond to feedback. Leading with empathy towards others and understanding the world from their point of view.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee may be asked to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position resides within a normal office working environment. International travel will be required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee may also be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals in some work areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Core Laboratories, including all of its affiliated and related entities, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. Employment decisions are made regardless of characteristics including, but not limited to, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, religion, genetic information, protected veteran or uniformed service member status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable law.