Graduate Chemist

Evolve Scientific; Sydney; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Ongoing mentoring

Career growth opportunities

Exposure to diverse chemicals

Safety focussed environment

Job summary

Evolve Scientific is seeking a hands-on warehouse role in Western Sydney, focusing on the safe identification, classification and preparation of chemical wastes for treatment.

You will learn from experienced chemists and operators while complying with strict safety procedures and PPE requirements in a dynamic site environment. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply and grow within the company.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn.
• Comfortable working in PPE and a warehouse environment.
• Physically capable of manual handling tasks.
• Previous warehouse/manufacturing/retail/hospitality experience is valued ( forklift license preferred).

Responsibilities

• Sort and classify incoming packaged chemical waste.
• Assist with identifying unknown chemicals through testing procedures.
• Safely handle, decant and prepare chemicals for disposal.
• Pack laboratory chemicals for destruction.
• Collaborate with operators, drivers and site personnel on safe handling.
• Follow strict safety procedures and wear PPE as required.
• Assist with general warehouse and manual handling duties.

Skills

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

PPE & warehouse comfort

Manual handling fitness

Education

Chemistry degree

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

About the company:

Our client is a leading Australian environmental services company specialising in the safe treatment of hazardous chemical waste. They are committed to safety, sustainability and developing their people.

Based in Western Sydney, this is a great opportunity to join a supportive team and build a long-term career.

About the role:

This is not your typical laboratory position. This is a hands‑on role in a warehouse environment, not a traditional lab position.

You’ll work with a wide range of industrial chemicals, learning from experienced chemists and operators. Your main focus will be safely identifying, classifying and preparing chemicals for treatment.

We’re looking for someone with a positive attitude, strong work ethic and a genuine willingness to learn. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

Duties:

• Sort and classify incoming packaged chemical waste
• Assist with identifying unknown chemicals through testing procedures
• Safely handle, decant and prepare chemicals for disposal
• Pack laboratory chemicals for destruction
• Work closely with operators, drivers and site personnel to ensure safe chemical handling
• Follow strict safety procedures and wear PPE including respirators, chemical suits and face shields where required
• Assist with general warehouse and manual handling duties

Skills & experience:

• Degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn
• Comfortable working in PPE and a warehouse environment
• Physically capable of manual handling tasks
• Previous warehouse, manufacturing, retail or hospitality experience and forklift license will be highly regarded
• Knowledge of safe chemical handling is advantageous but not essential

Benefits:

• Excellent entry point into the chemical and environmental industry
• Full training and ongoing mentoring provided
• Genuine opportunities for long-term career growth
• Exposure to a diverse range of chemicals and industrial processes
• Join an organisation committed to safety, learning and professional development