Project Chemist, Other, West Suburbs. Company Name: Treetop Talent. We are recruiting for: A Project Chemist - Paper Technologies Department; for our client; a Chemical Manufacturing concern, based in Outer Durban.

The purpose of the job is to provide a full range of chemical and process technical support for the customer, sales and internal projects and initiatives in line with Global and Company Strategies to achieve sustainable growth in sales and profitability.

Qualifications: 3 – 4 Year Degree or equivalent in Analytical Chemistry or Chemical Engineering. Experience: Applicants with a 3 Year Degree will need to have 5 years of related experience, while with a 4 year Degree, 1-3 years related experience is required. Experience in the paper industry will be advantageous.

Responsibilities include but not limited to: Provide technical support to the paper technologies sales team to support the execution of the Company’s Global and African and marketing strategies so that we can meet shareholder requirements and fund growth of the Company. Effectively manage a portfolio of assigned projects and resources to support sales initiatives.

Provide technical support to the sales team during product trials. Use chemical analyses to identify solutions for customer processes. Support and improve SHERQ compliance to deliver on the targeted sales at the lowest possible risk to the company.

The incumbent will have the following knowledge, skill and behaviour requirements: Knowledge of good Laboratory Practices. Advanced knowledge of chemical, mathematical and process related calculations. Problem solving and Risk Assessment skills. Advanced knowledge of analytical and applied chemistry. Good understanding of laboratory safety policies and procedures. Ability to read, analyse, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.

Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or business community members. The successful candidate will be practically orientated, able to handle pressure, have good attention to detail, a problem solver and a team member who is a self-starter, is self-motivated and has a results driven attitude. They must be able to communicate at all levels, be organized and self-disciplined. Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft packages are a requirement.

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Send your CV to: leeann@treetoptalent.co.za