If you have ever wondered what it's like to dive deep into the world of materials, exploring their chemical properties, and discovering innovative ways to create new materials, you're in the right place. As a materials scientist, you have the unique opportunity to contribute to the advancement of various industries by developing materials with specific properties for diverse applications.
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Research Officer
Location: ROBINSON 77
Expertise: Study & Science
Experience: 2 years
Our client is an innovative biotech company with a promising portfolio Perform a variety of molecular, cellular and immunology related assays such as qPCR and ELISA. Compile and analyse experimental data and adjust experimental designs as necessary. Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory records and data. Maintain laboratory equipment performance and supplies inventory. Prepare materials for submission to external partners. Prepare progress reports and present to research team. Responsible for housekeeping of laboratory. Any other duties as assigned from time to time.Why you should applyYou’ll be part of an organisation which is revolutionising the area of therapy they specialise in.What you should do nowApply to this job ad or send your CV across to me at e.ng@brunel.net for a confidential discussion.(Brunel International South East Asia Pte Ltd, Registration Number: 199603098R | Company License Number : 16S8067 | Eve Ng EAP Registration Number R2198025.)
Project Buyer
Expertise: Logistics
Experience: 3 years
Job Description:We are seeking an experienced Project Buyer with expertise in FPSO (Floating Production Storage and Offloading) Projects to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in managing the procurement and supply chain processes, ensuring that project requirements are met on time, within budget, and in accordance with technical specifications and contractual terms.Key Responsibilities: Procurement Management: Manage the entire procurement lifecycle, including sourcing, negotiation, and purchasing of materials, equipment, and services for FPSO projects. Vendor Management: Identify, evaluate, and develop relationships with suppliers and subcontractors. Ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of project materials and services. Contract Negotiation: Negotiate terms, prices, and conditions with vendors and ensure all contracts are in alignment with project specifications and budgetary constraints. Cost Control: Monitor project costs and identify cost-saving opportunities while ensuring compliance with quality standards. Coordination: Work closely with project managers, engineering, and construction teams to ensure alignment of procurement activities with overall project timelines. Risk Management: Identify potential procurement risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project delivery. Documentation: Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, contracts, and supplier performance. Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations. Reporting: Provide regular updates on procurement status, including any deviations or risks to project schedules and budgets. Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities comply with health, safety, and environmental standards, as well as local and international regulations.Requirements: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field. Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Project Buyer in the oil & gas sector, with specific experience in FPSO projects. Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of FPSO project requirements, including marine, offshore, and topside equipment procurement. Skills: Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Strong project management and coordination abilities. Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems. Certifications: Relevant certifications in procurement or supply chain management are advantageous. Travel: Willingness to travel to project sites and vendor facilities as required.What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for career growth in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. A chance to work on high-impact projects in the oil & gas industry.Brunel International S.E.A Pte. LtdUEN No: 199603098REA License No: 16S8067Shinu Alexander: R1657042
Mechanical Supervisor (FPSO for Marine)
Expertise: Embedded Software
Experience: 3 years
As a Mechanical Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing the construction and installation of mechanical systems on an FPSO project. Your role will ensure the safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of all mechanical tasks, from installation to handover, in alignment with project specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.Key Responsibilities: Mechanical Systems Oversight: Supervise the construction and installation of mechanical systems, including pumps, compressors, piping, rotating equipment, and other marine systems. Team Leadership: Lead and manage the mechanical team, providing guidance and supervision to ensure smooth execution of project activities. HSE Compliance: Ensure all work is conducted safely and in accordance with Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies and standards.Project Coordination: Coordinate with project management, marine, and engineering teams to meet project schedules, milestones, and deadlines. Manage site resources (materials, tools, manpower), ensuring timely delivery of equipment and services. Monitor and report on mechanical progress, ensuring timely completion in line with project timelines.Requirements: 5-10 years of supervisory experience in mechanical construction, particularly on FPSO or marine projects. Strong knowledge of FPSO systems, marine operations, and mechanical equipment such as generators, pumps, compressors, turbines, boilers, and purifiers.Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, or related disciplines. Recognized certifications in mechanical supervision within the Oil & Gas or Marine sectors (e.g., API, ASME). Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory codes, including DNV, ABS, API, ASME, and IMO.Skills & Competencies: Strong leadership and communication skills, capable of managing teams and liaising with project stakeholders, vendors, and clients. Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, especially in high-pressure environments. Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Desirable Qualifications: Experience working on international FPSO projects with offshore exposure. Familiarity with mechanical systems, procedures, and standards is highly preferred. Willingness to travel to offshore or remote project locations as required.
Lead Quantity Surveyor
Expertise: Embedded Software
Experience: 3 years
To lead Project's quantity surveyors team with integrity, supporting the project organization as a subject matter expert for quantity surveying, This role to be perform assigned project Quantity Surveying activities with administrative post-subcontracts (Block-K) documents (e.g. Major Fabrication Subcontracts Agreement and Related Exhibits A-J) with accountability.Key Accountabilities Incorporating best practices in quantity surveying policies as well as considering project-specific needs to ensure reasonable standardization of quantity surveying practices across projects. Plan, select, recruit, train, deploy, develop, and manage the careers of Quantity Surveying Section team members to the satisfaction of project requirements, ensuring qualified resources are always provided on time to maintain project performance. Communicate with Project Controls managers to ensure quantity surveying related issues are properly supported and pipelined for resolution to streamline and debottleneck project execution. Ensure contractual terms and conditions are properly followed and the project gross margin is protected. Guide quantity surveyors and act as specialists on quantity surveying towards the organization to guarantee clarity on contracts quoting, approval, administration, and claim management. Commercial and non-commercial negotiations are conducted in diligent, compliant, and transparent manner, driving the lowest total cost of ownership through the project lifecycle (proposal, EPCCI, operations and decommissioning). Observe basic Subcontracts agreement’s core points of General costs and Remeasurement costs and it’s mechanism. Thoroughly understand of the “Method of Measurement”, Overall Pricing Schedule or Schedule of rates (SOR) and Support services unit rates as per Contracts Agreement Exhibit-E guidelines. Ensure to determine of Base scopes and additional scopes. In depth knowledge on Excel formulas such as Pivot table, V-Lookup, Concatenate, $sign freeze in column & rows and its mechanism, including error reading and understand of the formatted documents from Subcontractor in a easiest and efficient way of computations. Close coordination with Construction, Engineering, Planning and Quality team to update actual progress status and identify potential change works and understand it’s root cause of change. Update on SI-Log / COR or CR, CO-Log and monitoring change work completion status Update on a timely manner and periodical distribute to PMT liaising with Snr. Lead QS. Verify Remeasurement Quantities submitted by subcontractor as guided by method of measurement in contracts and liaising with Project Lead QS using Standard format as per Subcontracts Agreement. Verify reimbursable or Cost-Plus documents (Chinese, Portuguese, other) submitted by subcontractor and update to Project Lead QS of the outcome and notify immediately if any discrepancies found. Verify Custom clearance documents (Chinese, Portuguese, other) submitted by subcontractor and update to project Snr. Lead QS of the outcome and notify immediately if any discrepancies found in cost and inappropriate documents found. Assess cost of the T&M works and timesheet verifications liaising with subcontractor’s counterpart to finalize the appropriate cost impact. Material reconciliation against with free issued (MFE) materials and As built quantities and identify the gap, if found over issued the relevant cost to be back charged to subcontractor Assist the project Snr. Lead QS for Final Closure accounts and safe keep Project Data in appropriate J-Drive folder / Share points as directed by the head of the department.Qualifications Bachelor of Engineering Degree, Engineering Diploma, Marine Degree / Diploma Graduates or Oil & Gas related Minimum 5-8 of Experiences in Oil & Gas especially FPSO shipbuilding or Shipyard experiences.Brunel International S.E.A Pte. LtdUEN No: 199603098REA License No: 16S8067Shinu Alexander: R1657042
Materials scientist job profile
Your primary role as a materials scientist is to analyse the chemical properties and construction of both man-made and natural materials, such as glass, ceramics, metals, plastics, polymers, rubber, and textiles. By studying these materials, you will develop a deep understanding of their properties and explore ways to enhance existing materials or create entirely new ones with unique characteristics.
Your work as a materials scientist encompasses the entire process, from research and selection of raw materials to designing, creating, and testing new materials. You will collaborate with a team of experts and utilize advanced techniques and technologies to mix, experiment, and analyse materials. Your discoveries and innovations will contribute to the development of products that are used in various industries like military, medical and aviation.
Materials scientist responsibilities
As a materials scientist, your main responsibilities will include:
- Conducting research on chemical compounds and analysing their properties
- Comparing and evaluating different composite materials
- Experimenting with new materials and testing their physical properties
- Operating computer modelling software to simulate material behaviours
- Mixing materials together to create new combinations
- Discovering new properties in existing materials
- Writing technical manuals and reports
- Advising manufacturers on suitable materials for their products
- Managing technicians and assistants in the laboratory
Materials scientist qualifications
To become a materials scientist, you will typically need the following qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree: Completing a bachelor's degree is the minimum requirement for this career. A Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in Materials Science is a common pathway, but other degrees such as science, mathematics, biochemistry, chemistry, or engineering can also provide the necessary knowledge and skills.
- Master's Degree (optional): While not always mandatory, completing a master's degree in materials science can enhance your job opportunities and demonstrate a higher level of expertise. A Master of Materials Science and Engineering is a popular choice.
- Work Experience: Gaining practical experience is important for materials scientists. You can gain relevant experience by working as an assistant to a scientist or in a laboratory setting, where you can develop transferable skills in scientific processes and handling chemicals.
Materials scientist workplace
Materials scientists work in various industries and settings. Some common work environments include:
- Research centres: Many materials scientists work in research centres, where they carry out experiments, analyse data, and develop new materials.
- Manufacturing companies: Some materials scientists are employed by manufacturing companies to help with material selection, product design, and quality control.
- Government agencies: Materials scientists may work for government agencies, particularly in the defence sector, to develop advanced materials for national defence purposes.
- Academic institutions: Universities and colleges often employ materials scientists as professors or researchers, where they conduct studies, teach courses, and mentor students.