Sustainability Chemist — Growth, Training & Impact

Veolia; Aldridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Discounts on groceries & retailers

Health & wellbeing resources

Virtual GP access

Volunteer day annually

Training and development

Job summary

Veolia in Aldridge, West Midlands, is seeking a Chemist to analyse plant and customer samples and to support the Technical Manager. The role involves maintaining computerised records, equipment maintenance and general laboratory duties in a busy site.

The position is a 40-hour week with rotating early and late shifts (06:00-14:00 and 14:00-22:00), offering Veolia benefits and development opportunities as part of a committed environmental team.

Qualifications

• A detail-focused and safety-conscious approach to laboratory and operational work.
• Ability to follow procedures accurately and maintain clear, reliable records.
• A strong commitment to health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Someone who works well within a team and can support a range of technical and site-based tasks.
• Good organisation skills and pride in maintaining a clean, orderly working environment.
• Flexibility to work the rotating weekly shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Analyse plant and incoming customer samples in line with company procedures, quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Assess incoming bulk deliveries, record vehicle details and maintain accurate computerised records.
• Support the Technical Manager and Senior Chemist with laboratory equipment maintenance, paperwork and general lab duties.
• Maintain high standards of laboratory cleanliness, organisation and housekeeping.
• Help promote health, safety, environmental awareness and compliance with the site's EPR permit.

Skills

Detail-focused

Safety-conscious

Procedure compliance

Accurate record-keeping

Health, safety and quality

Team player

Organised

Shift flexibility

Job description

Veolia in Aldridge, West Midlands, is seeking a Chemist to analyse plant and customer samples and to support the Technical Manager. The role involves maintaining computerised records, equipment maintenance and general laboratory duties in a busy site.

The position is a 40-hour week with rotating early and late shifts (06:00-14:00 and 14:00-22:00), offering Veolia benefits and development opportunities as part of a committed environmental team.