Graduate Technical Assessor

Castle Environmental; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Castle Environmental is seeking a Graduate Technical Assessor to join our Ilkeston facility and the Technical Sales team. This entry-point role suits a chemistry graduate aiming to build a career in a fast-paced, compliance-focused environment.

You will classify waste streams, provide technical advice on compliance and disposal, and collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues while developing knowledge of treatment, recycling and disposal options.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an HNC in Chemistry or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Outlook and comfortable using standard software.

Responsibilities

• Assess and classify waste streams in line with environmental guidelines.
• Provide day-to-day technical advice to customers on compliance and disposal solutions.
• Collaborate with the Customer Services Manager and Technical Sales team to handle enquiries and waste assessments.
• Investigate and resolve technical or commercial non-conformances, liaising between customers and internal teams.
• Develop understanding of third‑party treatment, recycling and disposal sites for accurate routing and pricing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Working under pressure

Education

HNC in Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Castle Environmental is leading specialist waste treatment, disposal and recycling services - handling in excess of 200,000 tonnes of waste, per year. With move that 40 years’ experience, we provide customers peace of mind through high standards in technical assessment and processing. Right now, we have an opportunity for a Graduate Technical Assessor, based at our Ilkeston facility, to join the team.

What you’ll do

We’re on the lookout for a driven and detail-oriented Graduate Technical Assessor to join our growing Technical Sales team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a chemistry graduate looking to kick-start their career in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assessment & Classification of Waste: Reviewing incoming waste streams and accurately classifying them in line with relevant environmental and legislative guidelines.
• Customer Support: Providing day-to-day technical advice and support to customers, helping them understand compliance requirements and the best disposal solutions.
• Internal Collaboration: Working closely with the Customer Services Manager and wider Technical Sales team to ensure the efficient handling of enquiries and waste assessments.
• Problem Solving: Investigating and resolving technical or commercial non-conformances, acting as a key liaison between customers and internal teams to find practical solutions.
• Knowledge Building: Developing and maintaining a thorough understanding of third‑party treatment, recycling, and disposal sites to provide accurate routing and pricing information.
• Documentation & Reporting: Accurately completing waste assessment reports, maintaining up‑to‑date records, and supporting the preparation of regulatory documentation.
• Process Improvement: Identifying opportunities to improve assessment workflows and enhance customer experience.

What you’ll need to succeed

This is an exciting opportunity for motivated individual that is willing to learn and as the drive to succeed.

The following skills are essential:

• A minimum of an HNC in Chemistry
• Comfortable working under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
• Confident working both independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• A friendly and professional telephone manner

This role will require communication with other sites, colleagues, and clients and it is therefore important that the person has a friendly and pleasant manner.

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