Technical Chemist

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Recruitment Consultant @ ASCO Workforce Solutions

Technical Chemist

Total Hours
: 40

Fri - 0730 - 1430

We are recruiting a Technical Chemist on behalf of our client, a well‑established organisation operating within the UK waste management and environmental services sector. This role is based at their Peterhead Waste Transfer Station and plays a critical part in ensuring technical compliance, customer support, and safe handling of hazardous and non‑hazardous waste streams.

This is a hands‑on, technically focused position that combines chemistry expertise, regulatory knowledge, and operational support, making it ideal for a chemist who enjoys applying their knowledge in a real‑world, industrial environment.

The client is looking for someone who can confidently own the technical and compliance aspects of waste acceptance and routing, while also supporting commercial and operational teams.

• Provide expert technical guidance to a UK‑wide customer base on waste characterisation and disposal options.
• Classify hazardous waste in accordance with UK regulations and guidance from EA and SEPA.
• Ensure all waste quotes and movements comply with site permits, licences, and legislation.
• Verify that all waste received on site meets pre‑acceptance criteria and is accurately described.
• Ensure correct labelling, storage, and segregation of waste in line with regulatory requirements.

• Support on‑site activities including receipting, processing, storage, and dispatch of waste.
• Assist customers with haz‑packing, waste listing, and preparation for transport.
• Route waste teams to approved UK disposal sites using established matrices.
• Proactively identify and evaluate new disposal routes and third‑party facilities.

• Support the UK customer service and sales teams by providing technical input for quotes and tenders.
• Maintain and update internal waste and enquiry databases.
• Build strong working relationships with site teams, logistics, industrial services, and third‑party disposal partners.
• Provide technical support across other UK locations as required (occasional travel).

• Actively support continuous improvement in HSSEQ performance.
• Report all incidents, near misses, or regulatory breaches.
• Fully adhere to the ‘Stop the Job’ policy and intervene where unsafe conditions are observed.
• Follow the integrated management system and contribute to process improvements.

• HNC/HND or Degree in a Chemistry‑related discipline.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive working relationships.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced operational environment.
• Understanding of the waste management sector and UK legislation.
• Willingness to work on‑site and undertake operational activities.

• Working at Height
• Vehicle Banksman / Spotter
• Oil Spill Awareness
• Practical knowledge of waste transfer station operations.
• Experience working with site permits and environmental legislation.

This is an excellent opportunity for a chemistry professional looking to move beyond the lab and into a role with real operational impact, strong regulatory exposure, and long‑term career development within the environmental and waste management sector.