Petroleum Geochemist at National Oil Corporation of Kenya (NOCK) in Kenya
National Oil Corporation of Kenya is a State Corporation founded under the Companies Act in 1981 with the mandate of participating in all aspects of the Kenyan petroleum industry.
National Oil is involved in both Upstream and Downstream activities.
The Corporation is ISO certified and one of the fastest growing companies in the petroleum industry.
National Oil is seeking highly organized, analytical and self-driven individuals with high levels of integrity to fill the following key position:
Petroleum Geochemist
(PGC/10/12)
Reporting to the Senior Petroleum Geochemist, the Petroleum Geochemist will assist in carrying out geochemical analysis and interpretation in order to assess the petroleum potential of Kenya’s sedimentary basins.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out sampling of rocks, oil and gas seeps;
- Undertaking the analysis of geochemical samples;
- Reviewing new advances in petroleum geochemistry and advising on suitable equipment for the laboratories;
- Reviewing geochemical data and reports submitted by oil companies;
- Interpreting geochemical results of analyses performed both at the National Oil Laboratory and by contracted consultants;
- Compiling and ensuring timely submission of geochemical reports;
- Training technicians in geochemical sampling and sample preparation; and
- Carrying out operation, calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
- Bachelors degree in Geochemistry, Industrial Chemistry or related field;
- Masters degree in Geochemistry will be an added advantage;
- Knowledge and practical experience in geochemical data collection, processing and analysis;
- Knowledge and practical experience in laboratory analysis, basin modelling and petroleum systems analysis;
- Experience in the use of geochemical analysis software; and
- At least 3 years’ experience in geochemistry.
If your career objectives match any of these exciting roles, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating the reference number, your current position, current remuneration level, email and telephone contacts to reach us on or before 26 October 2012 addressed to:
The Director
Executive Selection Division
Deloitte Consulting Limited
Deloitte Place
Muthangari
P.O. Box 40092 00100,
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: esd@deloitte.co.ke
