Analytical Chemist - Metals

Phillips 66 & YOU - Together we can fuel the future

Phillips 66 has been operating in the UK for over 65 years and we are as excited about our future as we are proud of our past. We are committed to improving lives, and that is our promise to our employees and communities. We are sustained by the backgrounds and experiences of our diverse teams, which reflect who we are, the environment we create and how we work together. 

Our company is built on values of safety, honour and commitment. We call our cultural mindset Our Energy in Action, which we define through four simple, intuitive behaviors: We work for the greater good, cultivate an environment of trust, seek different perspectives and pursue excellence.

Our employees are the heart of our success, and there is a reason why we continue to attract great talent and it’s not just the excellent benefits package, or the opportunities for personal growth, it’s also the caring and committed culture of the organisation that makes everyone feel like they can bring their authentic self to work and be truly part of our team. 

Providing Energy. Improving Lives.

Job Description

The Analytical Chemist - Metals is reponsible for analysis and reporting of primarily coker feed samples in addition to the testing of scheduled unit and effluent refinery samples. You will also operate and maintain all instrumentation in the metals laboratory to minimise downtime and associated LPOs. The ideal candidate will have an analytical forensic mindset for troubleshooting unusual analytical requests and substance identification.

Responsibilities May Include:

•    Contributing towards a positive safety culture
•    Having expert knowledge of all metals laboratory instrumentation and analytical techniques
•    Calibration, adjustment, and maintenance of instruments to ensure optimal performance
•    Conversant with analytical techniques and method development with ability to revise methods to meet the needs of users and compliance with internal and external quality standard requirements.
•    Communicating and consulting with customers regarding testing requirements
•    Ensuring all interested parties are informed of unusual or off-specification results
•    Performing special analytical testing as directed by supervision
•    Demonstrating problem solving ability with analytical forensic mindset.
•    Attending, and actively participating in, industry committees, meetings, and training relevant to the role. 
•    Training others to a standard to ensure no interruption to business whilst away
•    Completing HSE & quality audits as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

Basic/Required

• Legal right to live and work in the UK
• Degree or equivalent level qualification in Chemistry related subject
• Industry expert in the field of metals analysis
• Intimate knowledge of metals laboratory testing and procedures and their relation to product quality and operations
• Ability to develop methods and procedures
• Ability and willingness to train others
• Can interprete data with knowledge and experience to act upon it
• Knowledge of calibration principles, methods and record keeping
• Full, valid UK driving licence
• Team player/leader
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Effective time manager with ability to prioritise
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.

The Humber Refinery is playing its part of the UK’s decarbonisation efforts.

As a part of the UK Government’s net zero ambition, the Humber Refinery is on a journey to become the Refinery of the Future. With proposed plans for a number of projects including to implement a first-of-a-kind FCC carbon capture project, the Humber Refinery is part of Humber Zero, a world-scale concept to reduce UK industry carbon emissions, saving up to 8 million tonnes of CO2 by 2030 from the Immingham industrial area.

On top of this, the Humber Refinery is the UK’s only refiner producing Sustainable Aviation Fuel at scale. It is also the only European facility producing battery anode coke, which forms a critical component for lithium-ion batteries used in electrical vehicles and in consumer electronics. Our current production of battery anode coke is equivalent to placing 1.3 million EVs on the road every year, and we are developing multiple projects to expand this capability.

We are on an exciting journey, are you ready to join us?

Phillips 66 has more than 140 years of experience in providing the energy that enables people to dream bigger and go farther, faster. We are committed to improving lives, and that is our promise to our employees and our communities. We are sustained by the backgrounds and experiences of our diverse teams, which reflect who we are, the environment we create and how we work together. We have been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign, U.S. Department of Labor and the Military Times for our continued commitment to inclusive practices and policies in the hiring and retention of those in the LGBTQ+ community and military veterans. Our company is built on values of safety, honor and commitment. We call our cultural mindset Our Energy in Action, which we define through four simple, intuitive behaviors: We work for the greater good, cultivate an environment of trust, seek different perspectives and pursue excellence.

Learn more about Phillips 66 and how we are working to meet the world's energy needs today and tomorrow, by visiting phillips66.com.

To be considered:

In order to be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing date of 06/21/2026.

Phillips 66 is an Equal Opportunity Employer