SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Degree (or minimum HNC) in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related discipline – essential.
• Experience in a hazardous waste transfer/treatment facility – essential.
• Practical laboratory experience in waste testing, compatibility checks, and chemical analysis – essential.
• Knowledge of hazardous waste legislation (EWC, HP codes, ADR, WM3) – desirable.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and record-keeping.
• Ability to work effectively with site operations and commercial teams.
• IT literate (Excel, LIMS, waste tracking systems).

ROLE PURPOSE

To ensure the safe, compliant, and efficient handling, testing, and processing of hazardous wastes within the treatment plant and transfer station. The Chemist will play a key role in pre-acceptance, laboratory analysis, waste characterisation, and treatment optimisation, supporting site operations to remain compliant with regulatory permits and driving continuous improvement in waste treatment efficiency.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Waste Acceptance & Compliance
• Conduct pre-acceptance and acceptance testing of incoming wastes (bulk, drummed, and packaged).
• Verify waste documentation (consignment notes, EWC codes, HP codes) and ensure compliance with permit and ADR requirements.
• Ensure incompatible wastes are segregated and managed safely.