Occupation Title β€’ 2153-12

2153-12 β€” Chemical Engineer (Petroleum)

This is a specific occupation title under a broader Unit Group category.

Summary
Chemical Engineer (Petroleum) is responsible for ensuring petroleum and oil materials go directly into gas tanks, and that the correct chemicals are used to get crude oil into a usable form; conduct research and advise on, and develop commercial scale chemical processes to refine crude oil and other liquids or gases, and to produce substances and items such as petroleum derivatives specify petroleum production methods, quality standards and ensure conformity to specifications; establish control standards and procedures to ensure safety and efficiency of petroleum production operations and safety of workers operating equipment or working in close proximity to on going chemical reactions within their professional field.
Minimum entry
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Future outlook
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Description
Chemical Engineer (Petroleum) is responsible for ensuring petroleum and oil materials go directly into gas tanks, and that the correct chemicals are used to get crude oil into a usable form; conduct research and advise on, and develop commercial scale chemical processes to refine crude oil and other liquids or gases, and to produce substances and items such as petroleum derivatives specify petroleum production methods, quality standards and ensure conformity to specifications; establish control standards and procedures to ensure safety and efficiency of petroleum production operations and safety of workers operating equipment or working in close proximity to on going chemical reactions within their professional field.
Employment prospects
The job has potential for growth
Tasks
  • Work in the oil and gas industry, Mining and manufacturing sites, Fuel extraction and production sites, Refinery systems, Office setting, Drilling and well sites, Oilfields.
Skills
Core skills
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Technical skills
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Transferable skills
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Certifications
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Education
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Pathways
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Relevant courses
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Institutions
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Minimum requirements
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Work context
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Where they work
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Work setting
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Schedule
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Employment type
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Earnings
Entry level
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Career progression
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Related occupations
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