Emergency Responder - Chemistry Graduate

Ricardo; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Chemical Emergency Responder. You will ensure 24/7 service uptime, contribute to project work, and develop expertise in chemical emergency response. A degree in Chemistry and an A-Level in Chemistry are essential, along with strong analytical skills and a willingness to work shifts. The role offers competitive pay and various benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive remuneration package

Flexible bank holidays

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong logical and lateral thinking skills to solve complex problems.
• Thrive in an autonomous role, taking responsibility for challenges.
• Willingness to work in a rotating shift pattern for 24/7 availability.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the continuous 24/7 uptime of ER services during your shift.
• Contribute to project work supporting ER services and technical consultancy.
• Progress towards a deep understanding of level 1 chemical emergency response.

Skills

Analytical Thinker

Independence and Motivation

Flexibility

Education

Degree in Chemistry

A-Level Chemistry qualification

Job description

Our vision is to create

a safer planet, and as a Chemical Emergency Responder, you will play a crucial role in delivering real-time advice and support for incidents involving hazardous chemicals, contributing to the well‑being of communities.

What’s in it for you:

• Valued contributions : Your passion and expertise will be recognised, making a positive impact through your work.
• Flexibility : This role is onsite and shift‑based, however, gives the opportunity of being off mid‑week and weekends are in rotation with colleagues.
• Competitive package : Enjoy a comprehensive remuneration and benefits package, including annual leave, flexible bank holidays, a competitive pension scheme, life assurance, professional subscriptions reimbursement, and a variety of lifestyle‑oriented flexible benefits. After successfully completing training you’ll also be eligible for a shift allowance.
• Career development : Active support to grow your career at Ricardo, access to internal and external training and personal development opportunities. On the job training will be provided for this role.

This role is for you if you have:

• Educational Background : A degree in Chemistry, complemented by an A‑Level Chemistry qualification.
• Analytical Thinker : Strong logical and lateral thinking skills to solve complex problems.
• Independence and Motivation : Thrive in an autonomous role, taking responsibility for challenges and steering your career development.
• Flexibility : Willingness to work in a rotating shift pattern, ensuring 24 / 7 availability for ER services.
• Driving License : A current UK driving licence is required.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Ensure the continuous 24 / 7 uptime of Ricardo’s ER services during your shift.
• Contribute to project work supporting the development of ER services and other technical consultancy areas.
• Progress towards a deep understanding of level 1 chemical emergency response and expand your knowledge in chemical and product safety.

Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. We have an ambitious diversity, equality, and inclusion approach as explained here. We value diversity; recognising that a more diverse workforce creates a richer and more varied working environment. Diversity also drives innovation, by allowing us to offer our clients the best consultancy service that we can. As part of our commitment to engage positively and pro‑actively with all our employees and to ensure an inclusive culture, we are a recognised as a 'disability confident' employer.

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