Site Chemist

Site Chemist

West Yorkshire

Up to £35,000 per annum

I currently have an exciting opportunity for a Site Chemist to join a busy hazardous waste facility where you'll play an important role in ensuring waste materials are correctly assessed, processed and managed in line with environmental legislation. This is a varied position combining laboratory analysis, operational support and customer service, offering excellent development opportunities within a growing environmental organisation.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Site Chemist, you'll be involved in the day-to-day technical operation of the site, ensuring waste is handled safely, efficiently and compliantly. Your responsibilities will include:

• Sampling, inspecting and assessing incoming waste materials.
• Carrying out chemical and physical testing to support waste acceptance and processing activities.
• Recording laboratory results and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Assisting with the safe treatment, storage and movement of hazardous waste.
• Preparing waste for transport by ensuring correct classification, packaging and labelling.
• Producing compliant transport documentation and supporting regulatory requirements.
• Working alongside operational teams to ensure waste is segregated and processed correctly.
• Supporting customers with technical queries and providing on-site assistance when required.
• Loading and unloading materials using site equipment, including forklift trucks where authorised.
• Maintaining high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance across all activities.

What We're Looking For

• A degree in Chemistry or a closely related scientific discipline, or an HND with relevant industry experience.
• Experience carrying out laboratory analysis, ideally within environmental, water, wastewater or hazardous waste sectors.
• An understanding of hazardous waste legislation and waste classification processes would be advantageous.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to maintain accurate technical records.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a close-knit team.
• Strong communication skills and a professional approach when dealing with colleagues and customers.
• A flexible attitude towards workload and occasional overtime when required.

What's On Offer?

In return, you'll receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Performance-related bonus.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Employee recognition and referral programmes.
• Flexible benefits, including retail discounts, cycle-to-work scheme and discounted gym membership.
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established organisation operating within the environmental services sector, where you'll gain exposure to a wide variety of waste streams, develop your technical expertise and build a long-term career in an industry that plays a vital role in protecting the environment.