Site Chemist

Site Chemist - Hazardous Waste Management

Location: Rochester, UK

Salary: up to 36,000 (DOE)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 8am - 5pm

My client is looking for Site Chemist to join their team based in Rochester. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science or Similar, and have previous experience in the Waste Management Industry, however experienced chemists outside the waste industry are encouraged to apply.

You will be responsible for the safe operation of the site, waste handling, and liaising with site management.

Package Benefits:

• 21 days Holiday + 8 banks - Increasing with Service
• Company Pension
• Private Medical and Dental insurance
• On-site parking
• Excellent and on-going training programme
• Opportunity for growth and development within the company

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with site permits and waste acceptance regulations.
• Oversee safe operation of the site and waste handling.
• Monitor quality and compliance, and submit non-conformance reports and invoices on time.
• Preparing and prioritising hazardous waste materials.
• Ensure all waste that are processed/repacked have an associated paperwork trail so they can be traced from start to finish.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field
• Previous experience as a Site Chemist or similar is desirable
• Good Site/Lab H&S knowledge - IOSH desirable, but not essential
• Experience in the Waste Management industry is desirable, but not essential
• FLT licence desirable, but not essential

If your experience matches please forward your CV immediately. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy