Production Chemicals Specialist (Demulsifier) (Bottle Testing)
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Seeking a Production Chemicals Specialist for crude oil treatment and emulsion control, with expertise in demulsification and laboratory testing in oil and gas.
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Travel Requirement
Candidate must hold a passport enabling full and easy mobility across the Middle East (Iraq, Kuwait, Qatar, KSA, Oman, Bahrain)
We are seeking a highly experienced
Production Chemicals Specialist
to support upstream oil & gas operations, with a strong focus on
crude oil treatment, emulsion control, and separation performance optimisation
across both field and laboratory environments.
The role sits within a
specialty oilfield chemicals platform
, delivering advanced production chemical solutions in collaboration with leading industry partners.
The position plays a key role in
field performance optimisation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of chemical treatment programs.
Brief about company :- VPM Oilfield Specialty Chemicals
is a
Joint Venture
between
Versalis,
the Petrochemical & Specialty Chemicals giant - a subsidiary of Italian O&G Eni - and
Petrochem Performance Chemicals (Ppc)
one of
Mazrui Energy
group of companies
.
VPM is set out to be the commercial arm for both partners specialized in; providing Production Chemicals and Specialty Chemicals to the customers in the Middle East and the GCC particularly.
Ppc
specializes in drilling fluids and associated equipment services.
We increase customer asset value through the provision of cost effective, customized technical solutions in the drilling and completion fluids, solids control, filtration equipment, and waste management services.
Our geographical territory covers the Middle East and Caspian with current operations in the UAE, Iraq, Kuwait, and Yemen.
PPC is part of Mazrui International
(Diversified holding group with businesses across different industries such as Oil & Gas, Oilfield Engineering Services, Manufacturing, Chemicals, Financial Investments, Real Estate, Construction, Trading, Distribution, Transportation, Logistics, Retail, Hospitality, Education etc.).
Designation :-
Production Chemicals Specialist – Upstream Oil & Gas
Demulsifier Specialist
will lead laboratory and field activities related to the selection and optimization of demulsifiers for
crude oil treatment
.
This role combines bottle testing expertise with strong field exposure, ensuring effective oil-water separation across upstream and downstream operations.
Demulsification | Corrosion Control | H₂S Scavenging | Crude Oil Treatment | Emulsion Control | Bottle Testing | Production Chemistry | Flow Assurance
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct bottle tests to evaluate and select the most effective demulsifier formulations
- Interpret crude oil and emulsion characteristics to guide chemical selection
- Support and monitor field trials, ensuring optimal performance of demulsification programs
- Troubleshoot separation issues and optimize ongoing chemical treatments
- Work closely with operations and production teams to enhance crude stabilization and separation efficiency
- Provide clear technical reporting and recommendations to clients and internal teams
- Contribute proactively to continuous improvement of chemical treatment strategies
Requirements
- Diploma or Degree in Chemistry
- Knowledge of surfactant chemistry
- Solid understanding of crude oil stabilization and separation processes (upstream and downstream)
- At least 5 years of direct, hands-on experience in demulsifier selection as a primary and continuous responsibility
- Proven track record in field troubleshooting of demulsification treatments
- Previous experience with a chemical service company or a demulsifier raw material manufacturer
- Fluent in English; Arabic is a strong plus
- Proactive mindset and ability to work independently in a dynamic environment
- Travel Requirement:
- Candidate must hold a passport enabling full and easy mobility across the Middle East (Iraq, Kuwait, Qatar, KSA, Oman, Bahrain)
Key Technical Exposure :-
Demulsification | Corrosion Control | H₂S Scavenging | Crude Oil Treatment | Emulsion Control | Bottle Testing | Production Chemistry | Flow Assurance
Please apply by attaching your CV only if you have relevant experience and qualifications.
Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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