Laboratory Chemist

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

Laboratory Chemist – Hazardous Waste
Up to £35,000
Mon–Fri (Standard Working Hours)
Location: Essex

Are you an experienced laboratory chemist with a strong understanding of hazardous waste and analytical testing? Do you enjoy working in a hands‑on laboratory environment where accuracy, safety, and compliance are critical? If so, this could be an excellent opportunity for you.

A leading hazardous waste management organisation is seeking a Laboratory Chemist to support operations at its facility in Essex. This role is central to the effective running of the hazardous waste laboratory, supporting waste acceptance, classification, and pricing through high‑quality analytical testing and technical expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Logging, coordinating, and tracking all samples.
• Performing laboratory analysis using a range of equipment, including XRF, FTIR, photometry, closed cup flash point, and bomb calorimetry.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment to a high standard and ensuring it is fit for purpose.
• Testing unknown wastes to support classification, acceptance, and pricing decisions.
• Interpreting laboratory results to accurately classify waste and assign appropriate EWC codes and ADR labels.

What you will need:

• Degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline (essential).
• Previous experience working in a laboratory environment using analytical techniques such as FTIR, XRF, photometry, or calorimetry.
• Experience within the hazardous waste or environmental sector (highly desirable).
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Good understanding of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an operational team.

As well as an attractive Salary Package + Benefits:

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