Technical Waste Assessor

Elvet Recruitment Limited; Thornaby-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Long service awards and employeerecogn

Employee referral bonus

Attractive pension plan

Share options

Retail and lifestyle discount perks

In-house and external training, plusap

Company healthcare cash plan (dental,

30 days holiday including bankholidays

Job summary

Elvet Recruitment have been appointed to recruit a Technical Waste Assessor for an established environmental services business based in Middlesbrough. This role plays a key part in assessing, classifying and routing waste streams, ensuring compliance and supporting customers with accurate technical guidance.

We would welcome applications from experienced Waste Assessors, Technical Advisors, Site Chemists, Laboratory Chemists or similar professionals who have experience interpreting technical

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or related subject (minimum HNC).
• Strong IT skills and confidence using bespoke systems.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn, develop and contribute to team goals.
• Knowledge of WM3 and ability to classify waste.
• Understanding of ADR regulations for waste transport.
• Working knowledge of waste treatment plants, transfer stations or transport operations.
• Good understanding of Health, Safety and Environmental legislation.
• Strong numeracy and understanding of business costing.

Responsibilities

• Assess waste enquiries and gather required information including MSDS and samples.
• Interpret technical data to identify correct treatment or disposal routes.
• Produce accurate quotes and manage customer journey from enquiry to invoicing.
• Input information into internal systems for quoting, transport and acceptance.
• Understand site processing capabilities to route waste correctly.
• Generate consignment notes and Environment Agency returns.
• Communicate with customers regarding quotes, scheduling and non-conformances.
• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service and Operations for smooth communication.
• Advise on transport, labelling and consignment note requirements.
• Ensure quotes comply with site permits and waste management licences.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Chemistry background

Waste classification knowledge

ADR regulations knowledge

IT skills

Education

Degree in Chemistry or related subject (minimum HNC)

Tools

Bespoke systems

Job description

Elvet Recruitment have been appointed to recruit a Technical Waste Assessor for an established environmental services business based in Middlesbrough.

This role plays a key part in assessing, classifying and routing waste streams, ensuring compliance and supporting customers with accurate technical guidance.

This opportunity would suit someone already working within the waste management, hazardous waste, environmental services or industrial chemicals sector, as well as candidates with a chemistry background looking to apply their technical knowledge in a commercial and operational environment. We would welcome applications from experienced Waste Assessors, Technical Advisors, Site Chemists, Laboratory Chemists or similar professionals who have experience interpreting technical data, classifying materials and ensuring compliance within a regulated industry.

Main duties will include:

• Assessing waste enquiries and gathering all required information, including MSDS and samples
• Interpreting technical data to identify correct treatment or disposal routes, including costs and caveats
• Producing accurate quotes and managing the customer journey from enquiry through to booking and invoicing
• Inputting all required information into internal systems for quoting, transport and acceptance
• Understanding site processing capabilities to ensure correct routing of waste
• Generating consignment notes and Environment Agency returns
• Communicating with customers regarding quotes, scheduling and non-conformances
• Working closely with Sales, Customer Service and Operations to ensure smooth communication
• Advising on transport, labelling and consignment note requirements
• Ensuring all waste quotes comply with site permits and waste management licences

To be considered, applicants should have:

• Degree in Chemistry or related subject (minimum HNC)
• Strong IT skills and confidence using bespoke systems
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Willingness to learn, develop and contribute to team goals
• Knowledge of WM3 and ability to classify waste
• Understanding of ADR regulations for waste transport
• Working knowledge of waste treatment plants, transfer stations or transport operations
• Good understanding of Health, Safety and Environmental legislation
• Strong numeracy and understanding of business costing

Benefits include:

• Annual company bonus
• Long service awards and employee recognition schemes
• Employee referral bonus
• Attractive pension plan
• Share options
• Retail and lifestyle discount perks
• In-house and external training, plus apprenticeship routes
• Company healthcare cash plan (dental, physio, online GP and more)
• 30 days holiday including bank holidays, increasing annually for the first three years