Senior Site Chemist

White Recruitment Construction; City Of London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management firm in Dagenham seeks a Senior Site Chemist to ensure compliance with environmental regulations for contaminated soils and aggregates. The role requires a degree in Chemistry or Environmental Science and strong technical knowledge of hazardous materials. You will oversee waste classification, conduct compliance checks, and maintain records. Attractive benefits include a generous holiday allowance and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Company pension

On-site parking

Excellent ongoing training

Genuine opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Solid technical knowledge of asbestos, hydrocarbons, lead, and similar hazardous substances.
• Experience in hazardous waste, contaminated land, or C&D waste environments.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and waste classification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee waste acceptance and classification of contaminated soils and aggregates.
• Ensure compliance with site permits and environmental regulations.
• Conduct inspections and compliance checks.

Skills

Technical knowledge of contaminated materials

Compliance experience

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Chemistry or Environmental Science

Job description

Senior Site Chemist – Contaminated Soil and Aggregates

Location: Dagenham, UK

Salary: circa £40,000pa (DOE)

My client is seeking an experienced Senior Site Chemist to join their busy waste treatment facility in Dagenham. This role focuses on contaminated soils, aggregates, and construction & demolition (C&D) waste, ensuring all operations comply with environmental and health & safety regulations.

You’ll need solid technical knowledge of contaminated materials, asbestos, hydrocarbons, lead, and similar hazardous substances, along with strong site-based compliance experience.

Package Benefits:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Excellent ongoing training
• Genuine opportunities for progression

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee waste acceptance and classification of contaminated soils and aggregates.
• Ensure full compliance with site permits, WAC and environmental regulations.
• Validate incoming loads and documentation for hazardous materials (asbestos, hydrocarbons, lead, etc.).
• Maintain accurate records and waste traceability from receipt to final destination.
• Conduct inspections and compliance checks to uphold safety and environmental standards.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and regulators on waste classification and acceptance.
• Support continual improvement in site operations and environmental performance.

Requirements:

• Degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Strong experience in hazardous waste, contaminated land or C&D waste environments.
• Expert understanding of contaminated aggregates and associated hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations, WAC testing and waste classification (EWC, HP codes).
• Proven ability to work safely and efficiently on an operational site.
• Excellent organisation and communication skills.
• Forklift licence desirable but not essential.

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Tagged as: Aggregates, Chemistry, Construction and Demolition, Contaminated Aggregate, Contaminated Land, Contaminated Waste, Environmental Chemist, Environmental Science, Hazardous Waste, Senior Site Chemist, Site Chemist, Waste Chemist, Waste Management