Transfer Station Chemist

Veolia; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental services company in Bristol seeks a Hazardous Waste Operations Assistant. The role includes managing hazardous waste operations, compliance monitoring, and daily inspections. Ideal candidates should have an HNC/BSc in Chemistry, communication skills, and a safety-first mindset. Training provided for forklift operations. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to company pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on groceries and retail

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC / BSc in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
• Health & safety first mindset.
• Willingness to get hands-on in an outdoor warehousing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation and management of the hazardous waste transfer station.
• Ensure compliance with waste acceptance criteria.
• Perform daily inspections of the site.

Skills

Good knowledge of basic chemical hazards

Strong organisational skills

Communication skills

IT literate

Enthusiastic team player

Education

Minimum HNC / BSc qualification in Chemistry or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Salary: Competitive plus Veolia benefits Grade: 4.3 Hours: 40 hours per week Location: Veolia Hazardous Waste Transfer Station, Chittening Road, Avonmouth, Bristol, Gloucestershire, BS11 0YB

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Free physiotherapy service
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation and management of the hazardous waste transfer station operations
• Complete the inspection and sampling of all waste deliveries to the transfer station and ensure all relevant information is recorded and waste is monitored through to the final shipment off site
• Create and schedule manifests for waste shipments off site ensuring compliance with the physical and chemical caveats of external disposal sites
• Ensure that any waste that does not conform to waste acceptance criteria is promptly recorded and relevant personnel are informed
• Resolve non-conforming waste issues with assistance from the Senior Chemist
• Perform routine sample analysis when required, including pH & flashpoint determination and oxidiser identification
• Perform routine sorting and repackaging activities of waste on site
• Liaise with the Lead Chemist and Business Manager regarding the stock levels on site, inputs to the site and shipments from the site
• Assign accurate movement & storage locations for waste ensuring compliance with site and HSE regulations on the storage of hazardous materials
• Perform daily inspections of the site, reporting and where appropriate resolving any issues, potential breaches of permit requirements and / or safe working conditions
• Cooperate with site management in ensuring that site personnel, contractors and visitors comply with the site rules
• Complete vehicle unloading and loading operations (Full forklift license training will be provided)
• Complete relevant waste transfer paperwork and update digital waste tracking and inventory systems promptly and accurately

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC / BSc qualification in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline (A-Level will be considered and training provided)
• Good knowledge of basic chemical hazards and the ability to assess the risks associated with site activities
• Health & safety first mindset
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Enthusiastic team player with a willingness to learn and develop
• IT literate
• Willingness to get hands‑on; much of the work involves quality management and handling containers in an outdoor warehousing environment rather than being laboratory based

What's next?

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