Senior Plant Chemist

Evera Recruitment Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Plant Chemist to manage a team and optimize performance in an innovative laboratory setting focused on sustainable technology. Candidates should have an MSc or PhD in a relevant field, with at least 4 years of experience in analytical chemistry. This role offers a chance to lead in a global context, driving impactful change in the industry.

Qualifications

• 4+ years' experience in a commercial analytical or chemical laboratory.
• Proven experience in method validation, compliance, and instrumentation.
• Hands-on experience with various analytical tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a skilled analytical chemistry team.
• Set up and manage an on-site laboratory to support plant operations.
• Develop and implement sampling and analytical protocols.
• Oversee analysis using advanced analytical techniques.
• Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and drive improvements.

Skills

Inorganic analytical chemistry

Method optimisation

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

MSc or PhD in Chemistry, Metallurgy, or related field

Tools

MP-AES

ICP-OES

UV/vis

XRD

TGA

Job description

Based in Auckland, New Zealand for 1.5 years, this role offers international experience before transitioning back to the UK.

Our client is currently looking for a Senior Plant Chemist to join their team and play a key role in managing and optimising the performance of our demonstration facility. This is an exciting opportunity to lead an analytical chemistry team, run an on-site laboratory, and directly contribute to innovative processes in sustainable technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a skilled analytical chemistry team.
• Set up and manage an on-site laboratory to support plant operations.
• Develop and implement sampling and analytical protocols.
• Perform and oversee analysis using MP-AES, ICP-OES/MS, UV/vis, XRD, and TGA.
• Optimise process stages including extraction, precipitation, and crystallisation.
• Collaborate with engineers and operators to troubleshoot plant challenges and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Chemistry, Metallurgy, or related field.
• 4+ years' experience in a commercial analytical or chemical laboratory.
• Strong knowledge of inorganic analytical chemistry and method optimisation.
• Hands-on experience with MP-AES, ICP-OES, UV/vis, TGA, and XRD.
• Proven experience in method validation, compliance, and instrumentation.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and team leadership skills.

Ready to take your career global and make an impact in sustainable technology? If you're a hands-on, innovative chemist looking to lead a team and drive real-world change, we want to hear from you.

Apply today to join an exciting, forward-thinking company on this journey.