Site Chemist

WR Environmental; Rochester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Company pension

Private medical insurance

On-site parking

Training programme

Growth opportunities

Job summary

WR Environmental is seeking a Site Chemist for a hazardous waste management site in Rochester, UK. You will lead safe site operations and oversee waste handling, ensuring regulatory compliance across all tasks.

The role requires a chemistry-related degree and prior experience in waste management; IOSH knowledge is desirable, and a FLT licence is a plus. Salary up to £36,000 DOE with good training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field.
• Experience as a Site Chemist or similar is desirable.
• IOSH knowledge desirable, but not essential.
• Experience in the Waste Management industry is desirable, but not essential.
• FLT licence desirable, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with site permits and waste acceptance regulations.
• Oversee safe operation of the site and waste handling.
• Monitor quality and compliance, and submit non-conformance reports and invoices on time.
• Preparing and prioritising hazardous waste materials.
• Ensure all waste that are processed/repacked have an associated paperwork trail so they can be traced from start to finish.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

Site Chemist - Hazardous Waste Management

Location: Rochester, UK

Salary: up to £36,000 (DOE)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 8am - 5pm

My client is looking for Site Chemist to join their team based in Rochester. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science or Similar, and have previous experience in the Waste Management Industry, however experienced chemists outside the waste industry are encouraged to apply.

You will be responsible for the safe operation of the site, waste handling, and liaising with site management.

Package Benefits:

• 21 days Holiday + 8 banks - Increasing with Service
• Company Pension
• Private Medical and Dental insurance
• On-site parking
• Excellent and on-going training programme
• Opportunity for growth and development within the company

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with site permits and waste acceptance regulations.
• Oversee safe operation of the site and waste handling.
• Monitor quality and compliance, and submit non-conformance reports and invoices on time.
• Preparing and prioritising hazardous waste materials.
• Ensure all waste that are processed/repacked have an associated paperwork trail so they can be traced from start to finish.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field
• Previous experience as a Site Chemist or similar is desirable
• Good Site/Lab H&S knowledge - IOSH desirable, but not essential
• Experience in the Waste Management industry is desirable, but not essential
• FLT licence desirable, but not essential