Graduate Technical Assessor: Waste & Compliance

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 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.