Hazardous Waste Lab Chemist – Analysis & Compliance

Scantec Personnel Limited; Essex; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hazardous waste management organisation is seeking a Laboratory Chemist to support operations in Essex. This role involves logging and analyzing samples, using various analytical techniques including XRF and FTIR. Candidates should hold at least a degree in Chemistry and have experience in a laboratory setting. Attention to detail and compliance with health and safety regulations are essential. The position offers a competitive salary up to £35,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline is essential.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment with analytical techniques.
• Experience in hazardous waste or environmental sector is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Logging, coordinating, and tracking all samples.
• Performing laboratory analysis using a range of equipment.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment to a high standard.

Skills

Laboratory analysis

Attention to detail

Analytical techniques

Education

Degree in Chemistry or a related field

Tools

XRF

FTIR

Photometry

Closed cup flash point equipment

Bomb calorimetry

Job description

A leading hazardous waste management organisation is seeking a Laboratory Chemist to support operations in Essex. This role involves logging and analyzing samples, using various analytical techniques including XRF and FTIR. Candidates should hold at least a degree in Chemistry and have experience in a laboratory setting. Attention to detail and compliance with health and safety regulations are essential. The position offers a competitive salary up to £35,000 plus benefits.