Hazardous Waste Lead | Chemistry Specialist

AWE; Reading; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in waste management is seeking a Controlled Waste Advisor for their Reading/Basingstoke area operations. This role involves coordinating Controlled Waste operations, supervising personnel, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Candidates should have a strong chemistry background and knowledge of hazardous waste management. The position offers competitive pay between £36,540 - £43,500 and a range of key benefits including significant annual leave and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

270 hours of annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Professional Career Development funding

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous pension contributions

Life Assurance

Discounts on everyday spending

Special Leave Policy

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of chemicals and their hazards is desirable.
• A reasonable level of competence with Microsoft Office tools, specifically Excel.
• An understanding of waste management or related subject.
• Planning and scheduling of work.
• Knowledge of chemical safety requirements / hazards.
• Supervising contractors and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support the provision of operational paperwork including procedures and associated Risk Assessments.
• Oversee the collection, storage and transfer of hazardous and non-hazardous wastes from site.
• Assessing hazardous waste properties to ensure safe handling by Operatives.
• Responsible for delivery of Controlled Waste Services in line with agreements.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Planning and scheduling of tasks.
• Provide advice and guidance relating to controlled waste processes.

Skills

Knowledge of chemicals and hazards

Competence with Microsoft Office (Excel)

Understanding of waste management

Planning and scheduling

Supervision of contractors and staff

Job description

A leading company in waste management is seeking a Controlled Waste Advisor for their Reading/Basingstoke area operations. This role involves coordinating Controlled Waste operations, supervising personnel, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Candidates should have a strong chemistry background and knowledge of hazardous waste management. The position offers competitive pay between £36,540 - £43,500 and a range of key benefits including significant annual leave and flexible working arrangements.