Chemist (Expression Of Interest)

Veolia; Marchwood; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in the UK is seeking a Chemist to assist with daily operations and ensure safety compliance. You will analyze materials and supervise site personnel, requiring a minimum HNC or degree in Chemistry. Candidates should be enthusiastic, literate, and numerate with strong problem-solving skills. This full-time role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including annual leave, pension scheme, and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to pension scheme

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Physical, mental, and financial health resources

24-hour access to virtual GP

Paid volunteer day

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification is HNC or Degree in Chemistry or a relevant science.
• Ability to solve problems independently is essential.
• Must be enthusiastic and willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Site Chemist in daily operations and supervision.
• Sample and analyze materials for treatment and generate written instructions.
• Inspect transfer area to ensure compliance with safety conditions.
• Cooperate with management and ensure compliance with site rules.
• Perform sampling of incoming waste chemicals and raise non-conformance reports.

Skills

Problem-solving

Enthusiasm

Numeracy

Literacy

Computer literacy

Education

HNC or Degree in Chemistry or relevant science

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Veolia UK Chemist roles

Salary: £27,000 - £33,000 per annum depending on role and experience plus Veolia benefits

Hours: Monday - Friday 40 hours per week

Locations: Durham, Sheffield, Hampshire, Lancashire, Liverpool

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

What we can offer you

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well-known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health so you can lean on us whenever you need to.
• 24-hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you’ll be doing

• Assist the Senior Site Chemist and the Site Manager in the execution of the day-to-day operations of the site including the supervision of operatives as required
• Sample and analyse all materials destined for on-site treatment performing compatibility testing and the generation of written instructions for site personnel.
• Perform daily inspections of the transfer area, highlight (and where appropriate remedy) and report potential breaches of permit or safe working conditions.
• Cooperate with site management to ensure that site personnel, contractors and visitors comply with the site rules.
• Perform sampling and verification of incoming waste chemicals and raise non-conformance reports as required

What we’re looking for

• Minimum of HNC or Degree qualification in Chemistry or relevant science degree
• An ability to overcome problems and find solutions independently.
• Enthusiastic and willing to learn.
• Numerate, literate and computer literate

What’s next

Apply today so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We’re proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation and Highly Commended as a workplace for 55+.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

Equal Opportunities

Here at Veolia, we’re proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer. We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. So no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.