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Site Chemist / Chemistry Graduate - Hazardous Waste

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OPPORTUNITY FOR AN EXPERIENCED HAZARDOUS WASTE SITE CHEMIST OR A CHEMISTRY GRADUATE TO DEVELOP A CAREER WITH A LEADING WASTE MANAGEMENT COMPANY

TITLE: Site Chemist / Chemistry Graduate - Hazardous Waste

SALARY: Graduate - £28,000 up to £36,000 with hazardous waste SECTOR experience

LOCATION: Thatcham Area

ROLE: Site Chemist / Chemistry Graduate - Hazardous Waste

Hands-On Work: 75% of the tasks are conducted outdoors in a hazardous waste processing yard.

FLT Operations: Training will be provided for Forklift Truck operation.
Material Handling: Unloading and testing materials for pH, flammability, and compatibility for bulking.
Labeling & Documentation: Ensuring all materials are correctly labeled and completing relevant paperwork.
Safety & Compliance: Adhering to safety, environmental, and company policies.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys physical, outdoor work and is comfortable working in a safety-critical environment.

EXPERIENCE: Site Chemist / Chemistry Graduate - Hazardous Waste

Due to the location a driving licence is essential.

Ideally you could be an experienced Site Chemist, Process Chemist, Technical Assessor, Transfer Station Chemist, Laboratory Technician, Industrial Chemist, Shift Chemist, or Reception Chemist with a HNC or above

You may be a Chemistry or Biochemistry Graduate looking for your first role. HNC Minimum

Any forklift experience or yard or warehouse experience a plus, but full training given.

You will demonstrate willingness to work outside and may have interests that demonstrate that e.g. playing outdoor sports, Duke of Edinburgh, previous jobs, outdoor enthusiast

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