Senior Polymer Chemist - Polyurethanes at Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd

• A well-established manufacturer with a diverse portfolio of unsaturated polyester resins, solvent-borne resins, dispersions, and additives is seeking an experienced Polymer Scientist with strong expertise in polyurethane chemistry to join its technical team. The role focuses on formulation optimisation, technical troubleshooting, manufacturing support, and customer-facing technical solutions, while ensuring product performance and commercial success.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Must have a B. Sc. in Chemistry or Polymer Science; A Postgraduate qualification (M. Sc./PhD) is advantageous
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in polymer science or polyurethane R&D
• Must have a strong background in formulation and product development
• Experience with rigid foams, CASE or related applications is advantageous
• Proven ability to manage technical projects
• Must have a strong understanding of polyurethane chemistry

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Developing and optimising polyurethane formulations.
• Leading R&D projects from concept to commercialisation.
• Providing technical support to customers and internal teams.
• Troubleshooting product and application challenges.
• Driving innovation and sustainability initiatives.
• Supporting product launches and customer implementation.
• Mentoring and developing technical team members.