Site Chemist

Site Chemist - Grays, Essex

£34,000 - £38,000 & benefits (Monday to Friday, rotating shifts - 08:00-17:00 and 11:00-20:00)

We are recruiting for a Site Chemist to join a busy Hazardous Waste Transfer Station in Grays, Essex. This is a varied and hands on role within the Technical team, combining laboratory, operational and customer facing responsibilities.

The Role

As a Site Chemist, your responsibilities will include:

• Inspecting incoming waste loads and ensuring compliance with transport documentation.
• Classifying hazardous and dangerous substances.
• Using XRF laboratory equipment.
• Providing disposal quotations for new waste enquiries.
• Segregating chemicals into compatible groups and ensuring correct packaging and labelling for onward transport.
• Sampling, checking and testing waste materials.
• Assigning EWC codes and ADR classifications where required.
• Preparing paperwork and documentation for outgoing loads.
• Supervising the loading of hazardous materials.
• Assisting with waste stock control and maintaining accurate records.
• Supporting customers with emergency call outs when required.
• Assisting with Yard Manager duties during periods of absence or increased workload.
• Supporting commercial activities including pricing incoming waste streams.
• Carrying out occasional work at customer sites, including waste listing, packing and collection activities.

About You

We are looking for someone who can work effectively in a fast paced environment and has a strong awareness of health, safety and environmental compliance.

You should ideally have:

• Previous experience within hazardous waste, chemicals or waste management.
• Knowledge of waste classification, EWC codes and ADR regulations.
• Experience handling hazardous materials.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive approach and a willingness to support wider site operations.
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.

What's on Offer

• Salary of £34,000-£38,000 depending on experience.
• Monday to Friday working pattern.
• Rotating weekly shifts.
• Company benefits package.
• Varied and technically interesting work.
• Opportunities to contribute to the ongoing development of the business.

If you have experience within hazardous waste, chemistry or waste management and are looking for a varied technical role within a growing operation, we would be keen to hear from you.