Site Chemist

Site Chemist - Waste Management

Location:

Birmingham, UK

Salary: up to £33,000 (DOE)

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday – 7:00am to 4:00pm

My client is looking for a Site Chemist to join their team based in Birmingham. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science or similar, and have previous experience in the Waste Management industry.

You will be responsible for the safe operation of the site, waste handling, processing and onward transfer.

• 24 days holiday + Banks
• Early Friday finish
• Company pension
• Free breakfast
• Well‑being programme and mental health support
• On‑site parking
• Regular company events and socials
• Excellent and ongoing training programme
• Opportunity for growth and development within the company

• Ensure compliance with site permits and waste acceptance regulations.
• Oversee safe operation of the site and waste handling.
• Monitor quality and compliance, submit non‑conformance reports and invoices on time.
• Prepare and prioritise hazardous waste materials.
• Ensure all waste processed/repacked has an associated paperwork trail so they can be traced from cradle to grave.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field.
• Previous experience as a Site Chemist or similar is desirable.
• Good Site/Lab H&S knowledge – IOSH desirable, but not essential.
• Experience in the Waste Management industry.
• FLT licence desirable, but not essential.