Site Chemist - Hazardous Waste

WR Logistics Careers; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK waste management company is seeking a Site Chemist to assess and analyze hazardous waste streams. The role involves ensuring compliance with COSHH regulations and participating in operational success both indoors and outdoors. Ideal candidates are recent graduates with a BSc in Chemistry or a related field and should possess strong attention to detail and teamwork skills. This position offers a salary of up to £31,000 plus benefits, including an annual bonus scheme and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

Long service awards

Share options

Extensive training and development opportunities

33 days' holiday with buy/sell leave option

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline required.
• Knowledge of COSHH is essential for this role.
• Ability to work comfortably in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assess and analyze incoming waste streams.
• Ensure compliance with COSHH and industry regulations.
• Contribute to operational success both indoors and outdoors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Knowledge of COSHH

Education

BSc in Chemistry or related scientific discipline

Job description

Site Chemist - Leading UK Waste Management Company

Location: Aylesford

Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00-16:00

Salary : Up to £31,000 + benefits

I currently have an exciting opportunity for a science graduate with some practical experience to join a leading UK waste management company as a Site Chemist, working in the field of hazardous waste management.

The Role

As a Site Chemist, you'll be responsible for the assessment, analysis, and processing of incoming waste streams, ensuring compliance with COSHH and industry regulations. You'll work both indoors and outdoors and be a key part of our operational success.

What We Offer

• Salary up to £31,000
• Monday-Friday, 7am-4pm working pattern
• Annual bonus scheme
• Long service awards
• Share options
• Extensive training and development opportunities
• 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell leave

Essential Requirements

• BSc in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline
• Strong working knowledge of COSHH
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions
• A reliable team player with excellent attention to detail