Hazardous Waste Chemist — Field & Lab Expert

Veolia; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Discounts on retailers

Health and wellbeing resources

24h virtual GP

Volunteer day

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a Chempac Chemist to join our hazardous waste team at North Tyne Industrial Estate, Newcastle Upon Tyne. You’ll list, package and label hazardous waste streams and assess drums to ensure safe handling, while collecting wastes and transporting them in 3.5t vans in compliance with transport and hazardous waste rules.

You will use IT systems for documents and quotes, perform sample testing for classification, and maintain supplies.

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.
• ADR Licence, Forklift Truck Licence and First Aid qualifications desirable (training provided if not held).

Responsibilities

• 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 handling and classification.
• Collect wastes from customer sites and ensure safe transportation in 3.5t vans.
• Use IT systems to generate transport documents and safety data sheets.
• Sample various waste streams for classification purposes.
• Maintain stock levels of routine supplies.
• Provide basic mentoring to new starters when experienced.

Skills

Customer service

Documentation

Teamwork

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Education

A-level Chemistry or degree in Chemistry

Tools

ADR Licence

Forklift Truck Licence

First Aid

Job description

Veolia is seeking a Chempac Chemist to join our hazardous waste team at North Tyne Industrial Estate, Newcastle Upon Tyne. You’ll list, package and label hazardous waste streams and assess drums to ensure safe handling, while collecting wastes and transporting them in 3.5t vans in compliance with transport and hazardous waste rules.

You will use IT systems for documents and quotes, perform sample testing for classification, and maintain supplies.