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Laboratory Assistant, Petroleum and Lubricants

Aliases: Crude Tester, Oil Tester, Gas Analyst (Petroleum Refining)

Industry/Sector(s): Hydrocarbon


JOB DESCRIPTION 1

The tasks a Laboratory Assistant, Petroleum and Lubricants is expected to perform include:

  • Testing and analysing samples of crude oil and petroleum products during processing stages following standard test procedures and ensuring prescribed standard of products
  • Testing samples of crude and blended oils, gases, asphalts and pressure distillates using test and laboratory equipment
  • Analysing contents of products to determine presence of gases using appropriate distillation columns
  • Determining hydrocarbon composition of gasoline, blending stocks and gases using fractional distillation equipment and mass spectrometer
  • Operating fractional columns to separate crude oil into oils with different boiling points to determine their properties
  • Analysing composition of products to determine quantitative presence of gum, sulphur, aromatics olefins, water and sediment
  • Comparing colour of liquid products with charts to determine processing factors measurable by colour
  • Comparing test results with specifications and recommending processing changes to improve and control quality of products​
WORK ENVIRONMENT 1, 2
  • It requires physical activity
  • Need not handle a team
  • Local travelling is not a part of this job role
  • Part-time work and contractual jobs are available in some cities
  • Work from home option is not available
Working hours
  • Organizations usually work for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from organization to organization
  • Shift system may be available
  • Overtime may be required​
Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?

This job is suitable for candidates with One Leg (OL) and One Arm (OA)

This may vary from organization to organization

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING 4

Preferably, B.Sc.  in chemistry

KEY COMPETENCIES 1
  • Well-versed with quality control standards and standard test procedures
  • Knowledge of handling and setting up the apparatus
  • Proficient in handling petroleum samples and chemicals
  • Proficient in following safe practices
  • Working knowledge of testing sub-surface cores during drilling operations
DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES 1
  • Able to work under high pressure
  • Good communication skills
  • Problem-solving skills
AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING AND LEARNING INSTITUTES 

Colleges offering B.Sc. chemistry in India

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING SCHEMES/SCHOLARSHIPS 

For scholarship and schemes, use further links like:

  • https://scholarships.gov.in/​
SAMPLE OF TRAINING AND LEARNING COURSES 
http://www.kanpuruniversity.org/SYLLABUS/BSC_Chemistry.pdf​
CAREER PROGRESSION PATH 3

Lab Technician → Laboratory Assistant, Petroleum and Lubricants → Laboratory In-Charge, Petroleum and Lubricants

The progression is indicative

EXPECTED EARNINGS 4
  • ​For candidates with experience – Rs 12,000 to Rs 32,000 per month

These figures are indicative and subject to change
REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE 4

Generally, 1-6 years of experience is required

PROBABLE EMPLOYERS 4

Petroleum and lubricant testing laboratories 

KEYWORDS 
  • Laboratory Assistant
  • Laboratory Technician
  • Crude Oil Tester
  • Gas Analyst
  • Petroleum Technician
OCCUPATIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS 
Standard Code Description
NCO 2015 3116.0500 Laboratory Assistant, Petroleum and Lubricants
ISCO 2008 3116 Chemical Engineering Technicians
NIC 2008 71200 Technical testing and analysis
QP Reference Not available Not available
NSQF Not available Not available​
REFERENCES 
1National Classification of Occupations Division 3
2http://www.ccdisabilities.nic.in/page.php?s=reg&t=def&p=list_jobsNew​
3http://dget.nic.in/upload/uploadfiles/files/publication/Des-Div-3.pdf
4https://www.naukri.com/job-listings-Lab-Chemist-Chemtron-Science-Laboratories-Private-Limited-Navi-Mumbai-1-to-6-years-071216006092?src=seo_srp&sid=14856812636176&xp=13&qp=petroleum%20lab&srcPage=s
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