8 Senior Lab Technician jobs in Qatar

Overview

Job description:

Job Purpose: Conduct routine sampling in accordance with standard procedures to ensure production is maintained and QatarEnergy LNG products meet Company standards. Record and report test results utilizing the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).

• Perform tests using the appropriate technical equipment and instruments to ensure delivery of accurate and on-time results.
• Interpret test data according to standard testing methods and instructions to produce reliable and precise data to support company requirements.
• Collect, receive, and process samples as necessary to facilitate delivery of on-time, accurate test results.
• Understand chemical and sample handling procedures and prepare equipment, materials, and samples to make the laboratory ready for testing.
• Calculate test results and log/report using the LIMS.
• Operate laboratory equipment and instruments and assist with performance of quality control and calibration if necessary.
• Understand company safety policies and procedures, contribute to safety programs, and ensure all work is carried out in full compliance with approved procedures.
• Under close supervision, conduct quality control surveys of testing methods, laboratory equipment, and control techniques to ensure compliance with ISO 17025 requirements.

• Completion of secondary education (12 years), followed by 2 years of formal trade training.

• 3 years of direct relevant experience in the oil and gas sector.
• Knowledge of laboratory testing methods, chemical and sample-handling protocols, and data analysis.

• Proficient in written and spoken English.
• Computer skills, including MS Office Suite and other relevant programs.
• Report writing and analytical skills.

Competitive compensation package including relocation assistance to Qatar.

Please read the job advertisement carefully. If you do not meet the minimum requirements as listed in "Qualifications & Experience", your application will be rejected.

• Perform the routine work and analysis of daily oil, water, and gas samples
  
• Prepare solutions and reagents following standard laboratory formulas and procedures
  
• Prepare, and maintain laboratory equipment, glassware, and instruments used in the analysis and experiments as appropriate
  
• Dealing with unknown and non-routine samples
  
• Follow up on the lab quality requirement and ISO 17025 accreditation
  
• Follow up on safety rules for shell
  
• Maintains lab equipment and conducts minor troubleshooting
  
• Perform calibration and verification for lab types of equipment
  
• Complies with chemical hazard/radiation safety standards
  
• Monitors inventory levels, orders materials, and lab accessories
  
• Maintains and operates different lab equipment e.g. ICP, HPLC, GC/MS, IR, XRD
  
• Perform other tasks and duties required in order to meet the requirements of the role and the aims in lab.
  

• Master's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or equivalent
  
• His/ her age is within or less than 38 years with a minimum of 10 years of experience in oil, gas, and water sample analysis.
  
• Experience in the oil and gas industries is highly recommended.
  
• Wide knowledge of safety rules and dealing with Chemicals.
  
• Sound knowledge of quality and ISO17025 accreditation.
  
• Have a wide experience in analytical instruments such as GC, GC/MS, ICP, and oil equipment such as distillation, flash point, and viscosity.
  
• Fluent in English speaking and writing.
  
• Experience in MS Office, MS team, Sample Manger (LIMS), and lab operation software such as Openlab
  

• Progress as a person as we work on the energy transition together.
  
• Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead.
  
• Work at the forefront of technology, trends, and practices.
  
• Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise.
  
• Achieve your balance in a values-led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourself.
  
• Benefit from flexible working hours, and the possibility of remote/mobile working.
  
• Perform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performancerelated salary increase - our pay and benefits packages are considered to be among the best in the world.
  
• Take advantage of paid parental leave, including for non-birthing parents.
  
• Join an organisation working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply.
  
• Grow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and
  
• international teams.
  
• Gain access to a wide range of training and development programmes.
  

Qatar

Job Family Group :

Production and Manufacturing Downstream

Worker Type : Regular

Posting Start Date : August 21, 2025

Business unit : Integrated Gas

Experience Level : Early Careers

You’ll be responsible for laboratory maintenance, preparing solutions and standards, ordering supplies, operating, and maintaining different lab equipment such as ICP, GC, HPLC, GC / MS, IR, WDXRF, among others. You will also maintain lab equipment and conduct minor troubleshooting for equipment breakdowns. The role involves working in a 4x4 shift pattern (12 hours).

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine analysis of daily oil, water, and gas samples
• Prepare solutions and reagents following standard procedures
• Maintain laboratory equipment, glassware, and instruments used in analysis
• Handle unknown and non-routine samples
• Ensure compliance with lab quality standards and ISO 17025 accreditation
• Follow safety rules and standards for chemical hazards and radiation
• Monitor inventory levels and order materials and lab accessories
• Perform calibration and verification of lab equipment
• Operate various lab instruments such as ICP, HPLC, GC / MS, IR, XRD
• Perform additional tasks as required to meet lab objectives

We are keen to speak with professionals who have:

• A Master’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or equivalent
• Age within or less than 38 years with at least 10 years of experience in oil, gas, and water sample analysis
• Experience in the oil and gas industry is highly preferred
• Extensive knowledge of safety protocols and chemical handling
• Strong understanding of quality standards and ISO 17025 accreditation
• Experience with analytical instruments such as GC, GC / MS, ICP, and oil testing equipment like distillation, flash point, viscosity
• Fluent in English, both speaking and writing
• Proficiency in MS Office, MS Teams, Sample Manager (LIMS), and lab operation software like Openlab

Join Shell and contribute to one of the most significant challenges facing our planet. We offer opportunities to develop your skills in a supportive environment that values honesty, integrity, and respect. You will have the chance to grow personally and professionally, work on cutting-edge technology, collaborate with experienced colleagues, and enjoy flexible working arrangements, including remote work options. Our competitive compensation includes a starting salary, annual performance-based increases, paid parental leave, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply and consider future opportunities within our organization.

Shell in Qatar

Since 2006, Shell has invested over $20 billion in Qatar, partnering with QatarEnergy to develop the country's oil and gas sector. We are proud to be part of Qatar’s economic growth and look forward to contributing to its long-term success.

• Perform a range of standard medical laboratory tests, plan the maintenance of laboratory facilities and equipment, and coordinate activities related to calibration of technical equipment.

• Deals with standard medical laboratory tests, routine clinical cases, and problems that arise daily to uncover diseases.
• Operate complex electronic analytical equipment, computers, and precision instruments.
• Use technical judgment to ensure test validity including recollection and retesting samples that may be followed or contaminated.

• Plan day-to-day activities of the laboratory services, including program management, resources management, time allocation and scheduling, with the aim of reducing waste and optimizing the resources.
• Develop auditable and traceable quality standards and programs for laboratory operations.
• Ensure compliance of laboratory methodologies, protocols, and techniques with the developed quality standards in line with accredited standards, safety, and environmental regulations, and other applicable and standards.
• Perform quality control to ensure proper functioning of instruments, reagents, and standard solutions.
• Collect and process samples for a variety of routine clinical laboratory tests.
• Conduct analyses of various specimens collected from patients in compliance with the requirements of the quality system for the test being performed.
• Validate, calculate, and tabulate test results to ensure testing meets quality control requirements.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments, following established procedures.
• Order stock and control inventory to ensure adequate supply of sampling and analysing materials.

• Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory technology.
• Valid primary license from the country of origin & should be eligible for license from Licensing authority in the State of Qatar to practice the profession.

• 4 years' experience in medical laboratory work.
• Comprehensive knowledge of laboratory equipment, instrumentation and terminology used in the clinical laboratory.

Job Purpose

Perform a range of standard medical laboratory tests, plan the maintenance of laboratory facilities and equipment, and coordinate activities related to calibration of technical equipment.

• Deals with standard medical laboratory tests, routine clinical cases, and problems that arise daily to uncover diseases.
• Operate complex electronic analytical equipment, computers, and precision instruments.
• Use technical judgment to ensure test validity including recollection and retesting samples that may be followed or contaminated.

• Plan day-to-day activities of the laboratory services, including program management, resources management, time allocation and scheduling, with the aim of reducing waste and optimizing the resources.
• Develop auditable and traceable quality standards and programs for laboratory operations.
• Ensure compliance of laboratory methodologies, protocols, and techniques with the developed quality standards in line with accredited standards, safety, and environmental regulations, and other applicable and standards.
• Perform quality control to ensure proper functioning of instruments, reagents, and standard solutions.
• Collect and process samples for a variety of routine clinical laboratory tests.
• Conduct analyses of various specimens collected from patients in compliance with the requirements of the quality system for the test being performed.
• Validate, calculate, and tabulate test results to ensure testing meets quality control requirements.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments, following established procedures.
• Order stock and control inventory to ensure adequate supply of sampling and analysing materials.

• Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory technology.
• Valid primary license from the country of origin & should be eligible for license from Licensing authority in the State of Qatar to practice the profession.

• 4 years' experience in medical laboratory work.
• Comprehensive knowledge of laboratory equipment, instrumentation and terminology used in the clinical laboratory.