Lab Technician

NES Fircroft is a leading global technical recruitment company providing professional contract and permanent staff to a diverse worldwide client base within the oil & gas industry.

 

Job Title: Laboratory Technologist

Location: Kitimat, BC

Length: 12 months (with potential for extension)

Rotation: 5 days a week, 40 hours per week - Schedule changed to 10 hour days for plant startup for Laboratory Readiness. Schedule will switch to a 12 hour days during the plant commissioning and startup stage.

 

Description:

We are currently seeking a Laboratory Technologist to support our client in Kitimat, BC. Reporting to the Senior Head of Laboratory, the Laboratory Technologist is a key member of the laboratory team, contributing to method development, sample testing, equipment calibration, and maintaining safety and quality systems in a dynamic, operational environment.

 

Key Responsibilities:

During the Execute Phase (module fabrication, pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, and ramp-up):

• Collaborate with operations to build a strong, integrated team culture.
• Assist in validating and implementing laboratory test methods.
• Contribute to the development and documentation of laboratory SOPs.
• Train laboratory personnel on new methods and equipment.
• Participate in calibrations and develop preventive maintenance plans.
• Support the creation of laboratory safety and quality manuals.
• Assist with preparations for ISO 17025 certification.

 

During the Operate Phase:

• Conduct routine and ad-hoc analysis on process and product samples.
• Communicate off-spec or abnormal results promptly to operations.
• Ensure adherence to laboratory safety protocols and report safety concerns.
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.
• Maintain an organized inventory of chemicals, reagents, and supplies.
• Participate in quality investigations and support continuous improvement.
• Help drive digitization and development of a data-enabled lab environment.

 

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, or Chemical Engineering Technology.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in LNG, refining, petrochemical, or heavy industry operations.
• Strong safety leadership and understanding of HSSE principles.
• Proficient with lab instruments such as Gas Chromatography, ICP, IC, titrators, spectrophotometers, pH/conductivity meters.
• Working knowledge of ASTM methods, ISO 17025, and water/wastewater analysis standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, diversity, inclusion, and knowledge sharing.

 

Apply here or send your resume to trevor.parlee@nesfircroft.com

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.