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Chemical Engineering Technician

OFO Code: 311601

Last checked 3 October 2026

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1. Occupation identity

OFO code
311601
Occupation
Chemical Engineering Technician
Classification
OFO 2021
Major group
TECHNICIANS AND ASSOCIATE PROFESSIONALS
Unit group
3116 · Chemical Engineering Technicians

Official description
Chemical engineering technicians perform technical tasks to aid in chemical engineering research, and in the design, manufacture, construction, operation, maintenance and repair of chemical plant.

More official OFO detail

Specialisations: Coal Technician, Cosmetics Technician, Biochemical Technician, Catalytic Processing Technician, Energy Technician, Crude Oil Technician

  • Designing and preparing layouts of chemical plants according to the specifications given
  • Assisting in research on and development of industrial chemical processes, plant and equipment, or testing prototypes
  • Monitoring technical aspects of the construction, installation, operation, maintenance and repair of chemical plants to ensure satisfactory performance and compliance with specifications and regulations
  • Conducting chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists and engineers in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials
  • Preparing detailed estimates of quantities and costs of materials and labour required for manufacture and installation according to the specifications given

2. Demand status

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