Career
Career
What matters to us
Grow your career with us
We’re searching for passionate people to grow with us and shape the next chapter of our success story. Explore opportunities across diverse fields and bring your ideas to a dynamic, future-focused company. With us, your potential isn’t just about what you can do today—it’s about how far you want to go tomorrow.
Our growth, our scale, our story
- 1,600
- Employees in the company
- 26
- Countries bringing our expertise closer to you
- 15,000
- Products fuelling endless possibilities
Leading the future of chemical distribution
As an European leader in chemical distribution with a global reach, we stay focused on delivering tailored solutions that fuel our customers' success. Powered by our entrepreneurial drive and collaborative spirit, we're shaping a more resilient, sustainable future—for our employees, our partners, and the communities we serve. At the heart of our success lies a strong commitment to our shared values.
Our people and their stories
I love the energy of my role—no two days are the same. It’s busy, it’s dynamic, and with such a supportive team around me, we make it all work together.
Nadine King
Logistics Coordinator
OQEMA gives me the freedom to try new things, think outside the box, and work with all sorts of people on a wide range of projects. From exhibitions to spotting new trends, nothing ever feels off the table and with such a supportive and appreciative team behind you, it’s always a joy!
Alex Simpson
Marketing Manager
My personal philosophy is to go the extra mile for performance. Teaming up with my colleagues across Europe and Asia allows me to maximise my experience and contribute to OQEMA's ambitious culture, where pushing boundaries is encouraged.
Bhavya Mehta
Procurement Specialist
Working at OQEMA brings me happiness as every day I work with supportive colleagues who create a unique culture of kindness in the workplace. The approachable nature of the OQEMA team makes my role as HR Manager enjoyable as those around me have a real sense of developing themselves and what we do to drive the business forward, combined with a sense of humour & fun.
Jen Teesdale
Human Resources Manager
Every day at OQEMA feels like being part of a family. I love collaborating with talented colleagues, taking initiative, and working on projects that truly make an impact. Here, my contribution really matters.
Marcin Plotek
Warehouse & Process Supervisor
Benefits from OQEMA
GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT
HEALTH & WELLBEING
ACTIVE LIFESTYLE
EXCLUSIVE PERKS
LIFE AT OQEMA
Growth & development
We believe growth never stops. At OQEMA, continuous learning and career development are part of our corporate culture. We offer a wide range of training programmes and tailored development paths to help you reach your full potential. From day one, our structured onboarding ensures you feel welcomed, supported, and ready to thrive in your new role.
Health & wellbeing
Your health matters—to you and to us.
That’s why we prioritise employee well-being with dedicated health initiatives, wellness programmes, and access to fitness activities. Whether it’s staying active, managing stress, or boosting everyday energy, we’re here to support your physical and mental well-being—every step of the way.
We also provide access to online medical support and legal advice through our employee assistance programme, ensuring help is available whenever you need it.
Active Lifestyle
We encourage an active and more sustainable way of living.
Through our cycle to work scheme, we support employees in making healthier, more environmentally friendly commuting choices. We also recognise and reward activeness with a range of perks and initiatives—helping you stay motivated while making a positive impact on your well-being and the world around you.
Exclusive perks
We offer a range of exclusive perks designed to reward and support you both in and out of work.
Our employees benefit from competitive salaries, 25 days’ holiday plus your birthday off (in addition to public holidays), and a company pension with access to an independent annual 1:1 consultation. From day one, you’re covered by life insurance at four times your basic salary, giving you added peace of mind.
We also reward an active lifestyle with retail discounts and vouchers—recognising your commitment to wellbeing while helping you make the most of everyday spending.
Life at OQEMA
At OQEMA, life is about more than just work—it’s about being part of a supportive, collaborative, and international community.
We foster an open and inclusive culture where ideas are valued, teamwork is encouraged, and everyone has the opportunity to make an impact. Whether you’re working across teams, countries, or functions, you’ll be part of a network that supports your growth and celebrates success together.
From regular team events and social activities to everyday moments of collaboration, we create an environment where people feel connected, motivated, and inspired to do their best work.
