Laboratory Chemist - Hazardous Waste Location: Grays, UK Salary: circa. £36,000pa (DOE) Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 8:30am - 5:30pm Are you an experienced Laboratory Chemist looking for a role in the hazardous waste industry? Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity with an established and growing waste management company based in Grays? This role could be an excellent fit for you! My client is seeking a Laboratory Chemist to join their team in Grays, analysing and classifying hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams, providing technical expertise to operational teams, and supporting laboratory quality, safety, and compliance standards. Package Benefits: 20 days Holiday + 8 banks Company Pension Private Medical and Dental insurance On-site parking Excellent and on-going training programme Opportunity for growth and development within the company Key Responsibilities: Perform chemical and physical analysis of hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams, interpreting results to support waste management decisions. Provide technical guidance on analytical methods, waste acceptance, chemical compatibility, and complex waste streams. Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards through risk assessment and continuous improvement activities. Communicate analytical findings and recommendations to customers and internal stakeholders. Support laboratory operations through equipment maintenance and quality control.Requirements: Degree, HND/HNC, or equivalent experience in Chemistry, Analytical Science, Environmental Science, or a related field. Strong laboratory experience in chemistry, environmental testing, waste management, or a similar industry. Knowledge of analytical techniques, laboratory instrumentation, and wet chemistry methods. Understanding of waste classification, environmental legislation, and health & safety requirements is desirable. Ability to interpret analytical data, communicate technical findings, and support safe, efficient laboratory operations.If your experience matches please forward your CV immediately. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
Laboratory Chemist in Grays employer: WR Environmental
Join a forward-thinking company in Kidderminster that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With a supportive work culture, comprehensive training programmes, and benefits like private medical insurance and a generous holiday allowance, this is an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in the Waste Management industry. Embrace a role where your contributions are valued and you can make a meaningful impact on environmental sustainability.
