2442 Chemists, and Food and Wine Scientists
2442 Chemists, and Food and Wine Scientists
Study the chemical and physical properties of substances, develop and monitor chemical processes and production, develop new and improve existing food products, and plan and coordinate the production of wine and spirits.
OSCA skill level
The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
- Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
244231 Chemist
Studies the chemical and physical properties of substances and identifies their practical uses. Develops and monitors chemical processes to create or improve products in pharmaceutical, manufacturing, agriculture and other industries.
Specialisations
- Analytical Chemist
- Industrial Chemist
- Quality Control Chemist
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- Designs and conducts experiments to identify chemical composition, energy and chemical changes in natural substances and processed materials
- Researches and analyses the chemical composition, properties and structure of matter to develop or improve existing theories, methods and processes
- Ensures laboratory experiments in chemistry follow protocols and regulations, and meet quality control standards
- Studies, analyses and tests chemistry research processes for application in product improvement or development
- May develop and improve products, chemical formulas, methods and processes for use at an industrial scale
- May study, analyse and model the operations of a chemical plant
244232 Food Technologist
Analyses, develops and improves methods for the production, processing and preservation of existing and new food products, and sets standards for producing, packaging and marketing food.
Specialisation
- Food Scientist
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- Studies the properties of food to support the development of new products or to improve existing food products
- Develops, manages and maintains quality systems for food processing
- Designs and improves food processing and packaging methods to increase efficiency and reduce costs
- Ensures food safety and quality by testing and analysing samples of raw materials, ingredients and finished products
- Tests food products to ensure compliance with health regulatory frameworks and quality standards
- Develops new methods for food preservation, such as freezing, canning and drying
- Conducts research to create new food products and improve the quality, safety and nutritional value of food
244233 Winemaker
Plans, supervises and coordinates the production of wine or spirits from selected varieties of grapes.
Alternative title
- Oenologist
Skill level: 1
Main tasks
- Studies, develops and improves models used in the processing and blending of wine to improve or create new products
- Tests and monitors the quality of grapes at different stages of production to assess ripeness, sugar and acid content to identify the ideal time for harvesting
- Liaises with vineyard personnel or contract growers to provide grapes, and advises on how to maintain their integrity for processing
- Conducts laboratory and taste tests on wine samples to study and improve wine quality
- Plans and oversees the wine bottling process to ensure safety and quality standards are met