Waste Chemist

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Waste Chemist to join a leading organisation within the environmental services sector. This hands-on role is responsible for the inspection, acceptance, and safe management of hazardous and non-hazardous waste in accordance with environmental legislation and company procedures. Reporting to the Treatment Plant Manager, you will ensure all waste arriving on-site is correctly documented, sampled, stored, processed, and labelled in compliance with regulations and best practice techniques. The position involves working rotating shifts, including earlies, lates, and nights and requires a significant amount of outdoor work in a physically active environment.  Key Responsibilities - Inspect, sample, and verify all waste arriving on-site in accordance with compliance and safety procedures. - Maintain accurate documentation within SAP and ensure non-conformances are recorded and resolved promptly. - Support the safe storage, segregation and treatment of hazardous and non-hazardous materials. - Provide technical advice and support to operational and quality teams. - Maintain high standards of housekeeping, safety and environmental performance. - Contribute to continuous improvement and sustainability initiatives, including energy, water and pollution-reduction projects. To be considered for this Waste Chemist opportunity, you will have the following qualifications, skills and experience: - HNC or Degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline. - Experience within the waste management, environmental services or chemical processing sector is desirable. - Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office applications. - Strong understanding of Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) standards. - Practical, safety-conscious and comfortable working in an outdoor, operational environment. - Analytical and process-driven with excellent attention to detail. Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to work in a technically focused, environmentally responsible role where you can make a tangible contribution to safe and sustainable waste management. You’ll join a business that values technical expertise, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, with genuine opportunities for professional development. Apply Now If you’re a Chemist who enjoys practical, process-led work and is passionate about environmental sustainability, we’d love to hear from you