Site Chemist

Location: Derby, Derbyshire
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you a Chemist looking to develop your career in the waste management and environmental sector?

Our client is seeking a motivated and technically minded Site Chemist to join their team in Derby. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a chemistry background who is interested in waste classification, hazardous waste management and environmental compliance.

The Role

Working within a waste management facility, you will help ensure incoming waste is correctly assessed, classified and managed in line with environmental regulations and site procedures.

Key responsibilities include:

• Sampling, inspecting and classifying incoming waste streams.
• Assessing waste documentation and ensuring accurate waste acceptance.
• Applying WM3 guidance to support waste classification and hazardous waste assessments.
• Ensuring compliance with Environmental Agency regulations, permits and site procedures.
• Maintaining accurate records and waste tracking documentation.
• Liaising with customers, operational teams and external stakeholders on technical waste queries.
• Supporting site compliance, environmental performance and health and safety standards.

About You

• A degree or relevant qualification in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
• An understanding of hazardous waste, waste classification and environmental regulations would be advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and organisational abilities.
• A proactive approach, with the confidence to work both independently and as part of an operational team.

Experience in a waste management, recycling or laboratory environment would be beneficial, although candidates with a relevant scientific background looking to enter the sector may also be considered.