Site Chemist

SRG; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company in Merseyside is looking for a Shift/Site Chemist to oversee waste management operations and conduct analytical testing. The ideal candidate will have a minimum HNC in chemistry and a strong focus on health and safety. This role offers ongoing career development and is suited for motivated individuals looking to step into industrial chemistry.

Benefits

Ongoing career development

Training and industry courses

Annual bonus and pension contributions

Qualifications

• Must have a UK driver’s licence and own means of transport.
• Willing and able to work outdoors in all weathers.
• Recently graduated or have recent industrial experience in the waste industry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee acceptance and routing of incoming waste loads to maintain operational standards.
• Conduct technical assessments and analytical testing to support site management.
• Ensure operations align with company procedures and standards.

Skills

Analytical testing

Compliance adherence

Health and safety awareness

Education

Minimum HNC in chemistry

Job description

Title: Shift / Site Chemist

Location: Merseyside

Salary: £27,674 per annum

Term: Permanent

Hours: 40 hours a week (Monday-Friday) with rotating shift patterns (6:00-15:00 & 11:00-20:00) rotating weekly

Overview

SRG is working with a leading waste management and recycling company to support the UK chemical industry. They invest heavily in training and development and are looking for a Site Chemist to join the team. This role suits motivated chemistry graduates looking to take their first step into industrial chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and organise the acceptance, inspection and routing of incoming waste loads to maintain high operational standards.
• Conduct technical assessments and analytical testing to support site management and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all operations align with company procedures and standards (BMS, ISO 9001, 14001, OHSAS 18001).
• Identify and report non-conformances or issues with incoming loads following established protocols.
• Generate and manage paperwork for load dispatch, stock control and production records in line with legal and company requirements.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support continuous improvement and effective site operations.
• Maintain a strong focus on health and safety, attending required training and reporting risks or incidents as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC in chemistry.
• Recently graduated OR have recent industrial experience in the waste industry.
• Must have a UK driver’s licence and own means of transport.
• Full right to work in the UK and does not require sponsorship.
• Willing and able to work outdoors in all weathers – this is a hands‑on role in the waste industry.

Benefits

• Ongoing career development and progression.
• Training, development and industry courses.
• Annual bonus, pension contributions and flexible benefits portal.