Site Chemist

WR Logistics; Knottingley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + 8 banks

Company Pension

Performance Bonus

Life Assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Retail Discounts

On-site parking

Excellent training programme

Growth opportunities

Job summary

WR Logistics is seeking a Site Chemist to join the Knottingley team. You will ensure safe site operation, manage waste handling, and liaise with site management. A Chemistry-related degree and waste industry interest are required, with additional forklift license desirable.

The role offers a salary of £30,000–£35,000 (DOE), Monday to Friday 7:00am–4:00pm, and a strong benefits package including 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays, pension, bonus, life assurance, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field.
• Previous experience as a Site Chemist, Technical Assessor, Lab/Chemistry Analyst, or equivalent.
• Experience in the Waste Management industry is desirable but not essential.
• Forklift 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.
• Ensure all waste that are processed/repacked have an associated paperwork trail so they can be traced from cradle to grave.

Skills

Waste management experience

Chemistry knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

Location: Knottingley, UK

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 (DOE)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 7:00am-4:00pm

My client is looking for a Site Chemist to join their team based in Knottingley. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science or equivalent, have waste industry chemist experience and/or be keen to start their career in the Waste Management Industry.

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

Package Benefits:

• 25 days holiday + 8 banks
• Company Pension
• Performance Bonus
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Retail Discounts
• 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
• Ensure all waste that are processed/repacked have an associated paperwork trail so they can be traced from cradle to grave.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field
• Previous experience as a Site Chemist, Technical Assessor, Lab/Chemistry Analyst, or equivalent
• Experience in the Waste Management industry is desirable, but not essential
• Forklift Licence desirable, but not essential
• Must have full right to live and work in the UK