Waste Classification Lead - Soil & Materials

The Role

As Waste Classification Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing soil classification activities from enquiry through to reporting, ensuring compliance with current waste regulations and company KPIs. You will work closely with the Commercial Director, manage technical staff, and act as a trusted expert for both internal teams and external clients.

• Lead the preparation of tenders alongside the Commercial Director for soil testing and assessment projects
• Manage and coordinate soil sampling visits to assess quality and chemical composition of waste soils
• Classify soils in line with prevailing regulatory guidance (including WM3) using client-provided or company analytical data
• Lead and support a team producing standardised waste classification reports for internal and external use
• Ensure all enquiries are assessed and results issued to the Commercial Manager within 24 hours, in line with company KPIs
• Communicate technical assessments clearly to both technical and non-technical clients and colleagues
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of assessments, findings, and decisions within the company database

• HND in Chemistry (or higher), with a strong understanding of soil field testing methods (e.g. XRF, UV fluorescence) and third-party laboratory analysis
• Extensive experience with WM3, Haz Waste Online, and hazardous waste regulations for external reporting
• Strong understanding of the regulatory framework for compliant soil disposal
• Highly organised with excellent administrative skills and attention to detail
• Confident communicator with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders
• Intelligent, well-rounded, and approachable personality
• Strong commitment to quality, compliance, and the overall success of the business

• Key leadership role within a growing technical and commercial team
• Varied workload combining technical expertise, client interaction, and strategic input
• Excellent salary and bonus scheme as well as package including healthcare and pension.

To be considered for this role, please send a cv or call (phone number removed) quoting reference M9628