At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to manage waste processes and ensure quality standards in a dynamic environment.
- Company: McQuillan Environmental, a family-run business committed to sustainability and innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salaries, health schemes, generous leave, and excellent training opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a friendly team with great career growth potential and engaging work culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in waste management while growing your career in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in English, Maths, and Science; strong communication and teamwork skills required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Position: Chemical Process Technician
Location: McQuillan Environmental, Antrim
Responsible to: Senior Process Chemist
Contract type: Full-time, permanent
Salary: Competitive/Negotiable DOE
Working hours: Shift Working Pattern - (12am 8am, 8am 4pm, 4pm 12am)
Overall objectives:
We seek to appoint a Chemical Process Technician to join our busy and expanding team within McQuillan Environmental. This role will require someone with a 'can do' attitude, a commercial approach and demonstrable attention to detail. The successful candidate will report to the Senior Process Chemist and must be hardworking, reliable, and possess excellent communication & inter personal skills.
Key responsibilities:
- Follow the correct procedure for the labelling and sampling of waste.
- Follow the correct procedure for unloading of waste into the Chemical Treatment Facility.
- Carry out general housekeeping of Chemical Treatment Facility and laboratory.
- Ensure that equipment remains in calibration and functions as required.
- Ensure that waste samples are analysed in accordance with agreed methods.
- Set-up and prepare processing equipment as per relevant procedures.
- Follow Waste Processing Directions as generated by the Process Chemists for the treatment of all wastes within the Chemical Treatment Facility.
- Complete all associated processing documentation as per relevant procedures and policies and ensure that they are signed off as appropriate.
- Be responsible for ensuring that all analysis and processing is performed in accordance with McQuillan Envirocare quality policies and procedures and are in accordance with the appropriate regulatory guidelines.
Essential Criteria:
- GCSE (or equivalent) in English Language, Mathematics and in Science related subject (i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Engineering).
- Ability to work effectively on own initiative and the ability to work within a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
- Basic level ability in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Desirable Criteria:
- Educated to A-level (or equivalent) standard OR 2 years appropriate experience in a Laboratory Environment.
- Previous experience in a waste treatment environment.
- Previous experience of working with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS).
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Closing date for all applications is: Friday 28th August 2026.
This job description should not be regarded as conclusive or definite. It is a guideline within which the individual jobholder works. It is not intended to be rigid or inflexible and may alter as the Company’s strategic direction changes.
Skills:
- Excellent communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Excellent time management
- Organisational skills
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Pro-Active approach
- Good Report writing skills
Benefits:
- Competitive salaries
- An employee health scheme
- An excellent employee pension scheme
- 31 days of annual leave
- Service milestones
- L&D opportunities
Chemical Process Technician in Antrim employer: McQuillan Companies
McQuillan Companies is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment where employees can thrive and build rewarding careers. With competitive salaries, a comprehensive pension scheme, and full provision of tools and equipment, we prioritise the well-being and professional growth of our team members. Located in Northern Ireland, our family-run business values diverse perspectives and fosters collaboration, making it an ideal place for skilled tradespeople to contribute to meaningful projects across various sectors.
