Operations Chemist

Talentmark are recruiting for a Waste Operations Chemist to join an Environmental and Waste Management company at their site based near Darrington on a full time, permanent basis. The salary for this role ranges from £28,000 to £35,000 per annum, dependent on experience.

The Company

A leading UK waste and resource management company, our client is part of a global group with a strong heritage in providing services for communities and businesses. Their aim is to be the environmental company of choice, delivering change for a sustainable future. The company's core business focuses on collection, resource recovery and renewable energy providing services for local authorities and commercial customers. They have a number of core services including municipal services, business waste solutions, recycling and green energy.

Location

The Operations Chemist will be based at the company's site near Darrington, easily commutable from Wakefield, Knottingley, Castleford, Leeds, Bradford, Doncaster and Scunthorpe.

Operations Chemist Role

Your main duties will be:

• Chemical and Physical analysis of Waste.
• Inspection and testing of waste for acceptance.
• Interpretation of laboratory results.
• Maintenance, QC and Calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Ensuring safety procedures are always upheld.

Your Background

The ideal candidate for this role will have the following skills and experience:

• Chemistry Degree/HND.
• Waste/Water testing experience using spectrophotometry.
• Hazardous Waste classification and consignment experience.

Entitlement to work in the UK is essential.