Chempac Chemist

U816 Veolia ES (UK) Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25 days + bank holidays

Pension scheme access

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Health and wellbeing resources

24h virtual GP access

Job summary

Veolia ES (UK) Limited is seeking a Chemist to lead hazardous waste handling across customer sites in the North East and Southern UK regions. The role involves packaging, labeling, sampling, and classifying waste streams, with safe transport in 3.5t vans and documentation support.

The ideal candidate will have A-Level Chemistry or a related degree, a valid UK driving licence, and strong interpersonal and documentation skills. Training and development are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum A-Level Chemistry or a degree/HNC in Chemistry or relevant scientific qualification (essential).
• Valid UK driving licence (essential) and comfortable driving a 3.5t van.
• Good interpersonal skills for dealing with customers professionally.

Responsibilities

• List, package and label hazardous waste streams at customer sites across the Southern UK region.
• Assess drums and contents at customer premises to determine handling and classification.
• Collect wastes from customer sites and ensure safe transport in 3.5t vans.
• Use IT systems to generate transport documents and safety data sheets.
• Sample various waste streams, predominantly hazardous waste, for classification.
• Provide technical knowledge to customers and colleagues as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Literacy & numeracy

Problem solving

Teamwork

Adaptable & flexible

Education

A-Level Chemistry or degree in Chemistry

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you? Salary: Competitive Salary Hours: 40 hours per week, Mon-Fri Location: North Tyne Industrial Estate Newcastle Upon Tyne NE12 9SZ

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. As a Chempac Chemist you’ll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Access to our company/people’s 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

• List, package and label hazardous waste streams at customer sites across the Southern UK region
• Assess drums and their contents at customer premises to determine appropriate handling and classification
• Collect wastes from customer sites and ensure safe transportation in 3.5t Luton vans in accordance with road transport and hazardous waste regulations
• Use IT systems to generate transport documents, reference safety data sheets and generate quotes when required
• Pump, decant and re-drum rusty or leaking containers safely
• Sample various waste streams, predominantly hazardous waste, for classification purposes
• Print and complete labels and ensure accurate completion of all documentation to meet customer expectations
• Assess new customer inquiries and provide technical knowledge to customers and colleagues
• Assist with chemist duties in the Hazardous Waste Transfer Station when needed
• Assist with spillage clearance if required
• Maintain adequate stock levels of routine supplies
• Provide basic mentoring to new starters when suitably experienced
• Foster good customer relationships and comply with all customer site rules

What we're looking for

• Minimum A-Level Chemistry or a degree/HNC in Chemistry or relevant scientific qualification (essential)
• Valid UK driving licence (essential) and must be comfortable driving a 3.5t van
• Good interpersonal skills for dealing with customers professionally
• High level of literacy and numeracy for accurate documentation
• Knowledge of environmental legislation (desirable)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Problem-solving skills with ability to find solutions independently
• Enthusiastic, willing to learn and adaptable
• Flexible with daily working hours as jobs may occasionally finish late
• Compliance-focused mindset with commitment to Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and COSHH regulations
• ADR Licence, Forklift Truck Licence and First Aid qualifications desirable (training provided if not held)

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate.

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Ready to see the world as we do?

Who is Veolia? Where other people see waste, our community here at Veolia see opportunity. We’re determined to push for ecological transformation through waste, water and energy, and are committed to getting the tough jobs done. And most importantly, we see the potential of every member of our team, and are giving them the chance to realise it with us. Whether it’s their potential, their commitment or their impact, we see it all. And with our values being community spirit, responsibility, innovation, customer focus and respect they keep us focused on those who matter – all 14,000+ of our employees, our customers and our communities too.