Petroleum Analyst Job at Future Moves Recruitment Agency

Future Moves Recruitment Agency is a licensed full-fledged Human Resource firm with extensive expertise and experience in human Capital development and staffing. Future Moves has exceptional expertise in Talent Sourcing, learning & development, talent management, HR Outsourcing & Payrolling, HR planning & Consulting, Policy Drafting, Culture Change and Organisation Effectiveness by designing and implementing interventions which identify the core areas of development to enhance the overall growth and competitiveness of your organization.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Petroleum Analyst

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Petroleum Analyst to join our laboratory team.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting chemical and physical analyses of petroleum and petroleum products to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and client specifications.
• This role is critical to maintaining product quality, supporting research and development, and contributing to continuous process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct standardized tests and analyses on crude oil, refined products, lubricants, and petrochemicals.
• Operate and maintain analytical instruments such as GC, HPLC, FTIR, XRF, Viscometers, and Distillation Units.
• Interpret and document analytical results, ensuring accuracy and adherence to industry standards (ASTM, ISO, IP).
• Prepare technical reports, test certificates, and quality assurance documentation for internal and external use.
• Support research, method development, and validation for new testing procedures.
• Ensure laboratory compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Participate in proficiency testing and internal audits as part of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 17025).
• Collaborate with other departments (e.g., field services, logistics) to resolve quality-related issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Petroleum Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in petroleum or analytical laboratory testing.
• Solid understanding of petroleum chemistry and analytical techniques.
• Proficiency in using laboratory equipment and interpreting data accurately.
• Familiarity with industry standards (ASTM, ISO, IP methods).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Salary
N110,000 / month.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: tikanavara@gmail.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.