Chemist

CV-Library • Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire • 4h ago

Elvet Recruitment have been appointed to recruit a Site Chemist for the regional division of a £75m waste management company in Teesside.

Independently owned with a strong family ethos, they offer excellent employee benefits and have a long‑standing tradition of developing the careers of those who help the business thrive.

The Teesside division is expanding following sustained success and a strong reputation for delivering high‑quality work to clients, making this an exciting time to join the team.

Main duties will include:

Operating process plant in line with permit, procedures and consent to discharge
Analysing incoming loads promptly and designating correct process routes
Operating laboratory processes safely and efficiently, using correct PPE and following SOPs
Ensuring accurate documentation for all incoming and outgoing loads
Ensuring all site activities comply with S.H.E. policies and relevant legislation
Providing analytical information to optimise vehicle turnaround, processing efficiency and customer service
Supporting development and improvement of site activities, including analysis of new potential waste streams
Taking appropriate action regarding waste acceptance and rectifying issues
Packing and segregating lab smalls waste at customer sites safely and in line with SOPs

To be considered, applicants should have:

Minimum HNC in Chemistry
Good knowledge of hazardous waste
Ability to assess safety, environmental and plant impact of processing hazardous waste
Experience of Health & Safety and Environmental legislation relevant to waste operations
Technical competency in handling hazardous chemicals
Computer literacy, including basic Excel and Word
Ability to work effectively within a team
Strong communication skills
Ability to build and maintain positive customer relationships
Full UK driving licence

Benefits include:

£30,000 to £31,000 depending on experience
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Annual pay rise in line with inflation
Annual bonus scheme
Pension scheme with up to 4.5% employer contribution
Healthshield plan covering dental, optical, wellbeing, prescriptions and online GP access