Plant Chemist

Ready to find the right role for you? Salary: Competitive plus Veolia benefits Grade: 4.3 Hours: 40 hours per week Location: Redbourn Road St Albans Hertfordshire AL3 6RP When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. As a Plant Chemist you\’ll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. What we can offer you; 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays Access to our company/people\’s pension scheme Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential What you\’ll be doing; As the Plant Chemist you will analyse the plant effluent samples in compliance with Company Systems and procedures including Business Management System based at our Redbourn site in St. Albans which looks after the Hazardous Waste. You will be responsible for analysing incoming customer samples for pre-acceptance criteria in compliance with Company Systems and procedures including BMS, assist the plant with maintenance works and carry out incoming bulk delivery assessments on vehicles and record their details on the provided computerised system(s) You will assist Site Management with paperwork records and ensure site personnel, contractors and visitors comply with Health, Safety and Environmental legislation and Company Standards. You will be responsible for site Management in actively promoting environmental awareness to Employees, Contractors and Visitors and assist the chemists with the general tidiness and cleanliness of the laboratory. You will maintain the High Standards of Site Housekeeping and assist Site Management with the Company\’s obligations regarding the Site\’s EPR permit and Trade Effluent Agreement. You will undertake any operational duties assigned by a member of the Site Management team You will also be required to work every 1 in 4 Saturdays working 8am – 12pm which will be paid as overtime What we\’re looking for; A HNC / NVQ within Chemistry or similar Previous experience gained working within a chemist role Previous experience of working with Hazardous waste is desirable Full UK driving licence due to the location What\’s next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We\’re proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we\’re also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We\’re dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We\’re also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract, if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don\’t hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team. Job Posting End Date: What\’s next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We\’re proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we\’re also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We\’re dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We\’re also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive