Mobile Chemist

WasteRecruit Ltd; Newport; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & development

Nationwide coverage

Job summary

WasteRecruit Ltd is seeking a Mobile Technical Services Chemist to join our growing Technical Services team. The role involves organising and coordinating hazardous waste collections from client sites across the UK, ensuring compliance with legislation and safety procedures.

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, committed, and flexible professional with a can-do attitude and the ability to work independently under pressure.

Qualifications

• Degree (or HNC) in Chemistry or a related field.
• Knowledge of hazardous waste regulations and technical competency in handling hazardous chemicals.
• Experience with packing hazardous waste for transport and disposal.
• ADR licence for hazardous goods transportation (preferred, but training will be provided if needed).
• Forklift Truck and First Aid training (preferred, but training will be provided if needed).
• Strong IT skills knowledge of Microsoft Office & SAP is an advantage.
• A valid EU driving licence (held for at least two years).
• Physically fit and able to perform hands-on tasks.

Responsibilities

• Organise and execute hazardous waste collections from customer sites.
• Pack, label, and segregate hazardous waste in compliance with UK regulations.
• Ensure all necessary documentation is completed accurately and in compliance with current legislation.
• Maintain necessary packing materials and a safe, orderly working environment.
• Conduct risk assessments at client sites to ensure safety and compliance.
• Load hazardous waste onto vehicles and transport safely to waste disposal facilities.
• Adhere to Health & Safety policies and EU Drivers Hours Regulations.
• Maintain and develop strong relationships with customers, identifying new sales opportunities.

Skills

Hazardous waste handling

Regulatory knowledge

Packing hazardous waste

EU driving licence

Health & safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Degree (or HNC) in Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a Mobile Technical Services Chemist to join our clients growing Technical Services team. This role involves organising and coordinating hazardous waste collections from client sites across the UK, ensuring full compliance with legislation and safety procedures.

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, committed, and flexible professional with a can-do attitude and the ability to work independently under pressure. If you are looking for a rewarding challenge in a crucial industry, we encourage you to apply!

Key Responsibilities

• Organise and execute hazardous waste collections from customer sites.
• Pack, label, and segregate hazardous waste in compliance with UK regulations.
• Ensure all necessary documentation is completed accurately and in compliance with current legislation.
• Maintain necessary packing materials and a safe, orderly working environment.
• Conduct risk assessments at client sites to ensure safety and compliance.
• Load hazardous waste onto vehicles and transport safely to waste disposal facilities.
• Adhere to Health & Safety policies and EU Drivers Hours Regulations.
• Maintain and develop strong relationships with customers, identifying new sales opportunities.

What We re Looking For

• Degree (or HNC) in Chemistry or a related field.
• Knowledge of hazardous waste regulations and technical competency in handling hazardous chemicals.
• Experience with packing hazardous waste for transport and disposal.
• ADR licence for hazardous goods transportation (preferred, but training will be provided if needed).
• Forklift Truck and First Aid training (preferred, but training will be provided if needed).
• Strong IT skills knowledge of Microsoft Office & SAP is an advantage.
• A valid EU driving licence (held for at least two years).
• Physically fit and able to perform hands-on tasks.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a leading hazardous waste management team.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Work on a nationwide scale with a variety of customers and industries.

If you re ready for a career that makes a real impact in environmental safety and hazardous waste management, apply today and become part of our expert team!