Technical Assessor

White Recruitment Construction; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company in Birmingham is looking for a Technical Assessor specializing in hazardous waste and recycling. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemistry or Environmental Science, along with experience in the waste management sector. This role offers a competitive salary and a supportive environment for career development, including comprehensive training and excellent benefits such as a generous holiday allowance and company pension.

Benefits

Generous Holiday Allowance

Company Pension

Well-being programme and Mental Health Support

On-site parking

Regular company events and socials

Excellent and ongoing training programme

Opportunity for growth and development

Qualifications

• Essential degree or HNC in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or similar.
• Previous experience in the waste management industry required.
• Understanding of waste management processes for hazardous materials is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assess enquiries, ensuring documentation is accurate and complete.
• Recommend disposal routes compliant with permits and regulations.
• Cooperate with lab teams for sample analysis and waste acceptance.

Skills

Customer Service

Waste Management Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree or Higher Certificated of Education in Chemistry, Environmental Science or similar

Job description

Technical Assessor – Waste Management and Environmental Services

Location: Birmingham, UK

Salary: £28,000pa – £32,000pa (DOE)

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

Are you experienced in the waste management or environmental services industry? Are you looking to start or develop your career with an accredited and renowned waste management company?

My client is offering a fantastic package for a Hazardous Waste and Recycling Technical Assessor to join their team based in Birmingham. The right candidate will possess a degree or HNC in Chemistry, Environmental Science or similar and ideally have worked previously for a UK based Waste and Recycling Management Company.

Package Benefits:

• Generous Holiday Allowance
• Company Pension
• Well‑being programme and Mental Health Support
• On‑site parking
• Regular company events and socials
• Excellent and on‑going training programme
• Opportunity for growth and development within the company

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess enquiries and ensure all required documentation and samples are accurate and complete.
• Recommend disposal routes while ensuring compliance with permits, licenses, and regulation.
• Liaise with Internal and External Lab teams to coordinate sample analysis and manage waste acceptance processes.
• Liaise with Sales and Operations teams to optimize workflows and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Address non‑compliance issues, manage pricing, and support administrative tasks such as invoicing and transport bookings and routing.

Requirements:

• Degree or Higher Certificated of Education in Chemistry, Environmental Science or similar, is essential.
• Previous experience working in the waste management industry.
• Knowledge and understanding of the waste management process for hazardous materials.
• Previous experience as a Technical Assessor desirable, but not essential.
• Excellent experience in Customer Service.
• Full right to live and work in the UK.