SGS: Wet Chemist / Wet Chem Technician — Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

About SGS

SGS provides testing, inspection and certification services. Its employer descriptions connect this work with quality, compliance and sustainability, using laboratory and other business facilities to deliver services. These activities address related but distinct needs: examining products or materials, assessing conditions against requirements, and establishing conformity with an applicable framework. The business provides organisations with evidence and assessments relevant to their operations, supported by scientific, technical and administrative work around the services delivered.

The position and its setting

SGS lists Wet Chemist / Wet Chem Technician in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, under reference REF92246G. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Department: Laboratory & Testing
• Employment type: Full-time
• Employer listing date: 23 October 2026
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Legal Entity: SGS Inspection Services Saudi Arabia Ltd.
• Brands: SGS

Responsibilities and work described

• Key Responsibilities – Wet Chemist / Wet Chem Technician
• Execution: wet chemical analysis of samples accurately and efficiently, following approved testing methods and laboratory procedures
• Operate laboratory instruments, including AAS, ICP, UV, LECO and XRF, to support laboratory testing activities
• Research / execution: routine equipment checks and report instrument faults or maintenance requirements to the supervisor
• Follow quality control procedures, maintain accurate laboratory records and report any non-conformities
• Prepare, handle and label laboratory solutions and standards correctly
• Maintenance: laboratory cleanliness, ensure proper use of PPE and comply with safety, hygiene and QHSE requirements
• Monitoring: laboratory supplies and report shortages or operational issues to the supervisor
• Support: daily laboratory operations to ensure timely, reliable and accurate test results

Essential requirements and candidate background

• Qualifications and Experience
• Minimum 2 years of relevant laboratory experience
• Experience: wet chemical analysis
• Practical experience with AAS and ICP is a priority
• Experience: UV, LECO and XRF is an advantage
• Good understanding of laboratory procedures, quality control and safety requirements
• Good communication skills

Preferred experience and additional strengths

• A Chemistry-related qualification is preferred

Location, schedule and contract conditions

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• Work arrangement: On-site
• Advertised location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Employer details to confirm

• The employer’s seniority category and its stated experience requirements do not agree. Follow the role-specific requirements above rather than assuming this is a fresher opening.

Pay and application dates

A verified salary figure is not established in this article. An online estimate for another Wet Chemist / Wet Chem Technician vacancy is not an offer for reference REF92246G; use the employer’s own pay disclosure and recruitment communication.

A closing date is not confirmed in this article. Check the current employer page before submitting: an undated posting can change or be withdrawn.

How to apply to SGS

Applications follow the official employer page linked below.

Open the official SGS posting below and match the title and reference REF92246G.

Compare your qualifications and experience with the essential conditions for the Jeddah, Saudi Arabia position, then read the preferred criteria separately.

Prepare an accurate CV and the supporting items requested in that employer’s application. Provide only information and documents you are authorised to share.

Use the employer’s application option, complete the required fields and review the submission. Retain the acknowledgement when one is provided. Job Alerts World does not receive the application.

Practical preparation: quality control

Quality-control experience is clearer when it describes what was checked, the acceptance basis and how a non-conforming result was handled. Include the records or review process where those were part of your work.

Relevant skills

• quality control
• maintenance
• laboratory testing
• chemistry
• communication