Site Chemist / Senior Site Chemist
Description
Site Chemist / Senior Site Chemist
Location – West Midlands (roles are available in two locations)
Sector – Chemistry
Salary - £28,000 - £32,000 (depending on experience & interview performance)
Full time, permanent role
Do you have prior experience working as a Site Chemist? Do you have expertise in the safe handling and segregation of hazardous waste? We are currently offering the opportunity for a new chemist to join a hazardous waste company based in the West Midlands. Our client is seeking experienced site chemists to join their team.
IMPORTANT: This role will involve alternating morning, evening, and night shifts.
Applicants with prior experience within the hazardous waste industry will be prioritised for these positions.
The Role
As a Site Chemist or Senior Site Chemist you will be responsible for:
- Receiving, inspecting, and separating deliveries of hazardous chemicals,
- Accurately completing and maintaining delivery documentation,
- Loading and unloading delivery lorries,
- Processing of incoming / outgoing chemical deliveries,
- Training & supervision of junior site chemists (for the Senior role).
Current / Recent Experience Required
The ideal candidate will have the following:
- Prior experience working as a Site Chemist or Chempac Chemist (essential).
- A chemistry-related degree (BSc / MSc / MChem / HND) or working experience in a chemistry-based role (essential).
- Prior supervisory or line management experience of junior site chemists (desirable).
- Forklift truck or counterbalance trained (desirable).
Profile Required:
- Able to relocate / commute to the West Midlands (essential).
- Existing UK work eligibility – visa sponsorship cannot be offered for this position (essential).
- Happy to work occasional night shifts (essential).
The Package
Our client is offering this opportunity as a full time, permanent opportunity. They are offering a competitive starting salary, with opportunities to start at a higher salary based on experience.