FCC Environment
Operations Chemist
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Operations Chemist
Salary – £28,527 - £35,659 per annum (plus benefits)
Hours – 45 hours per week, typically 07:00 to 16:00
Location & Postcode – Knottingley, West Yorkshire
As an Operations Chemist at FCC Environment, you will be responsible for the chemical and physical testing of wastes received for treatment or transfer, along with associated residues and process control samples. You will also complete and maintain waste consignment and laboratory records to ensure compliance and accuracy.
This vacancy is for a full-time position, working five days per week.
Our promise to you
- Competitive salary
- 25 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Pension scheme
- Life insurance
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- On-the-job training and progression
- Recognition scheme
- Refer a friend scheme
- Flexible benefits, including high street savings, cycle to work scheme and Gymflex membership
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and Best Doctors Service via our Wellbeing Platform
What will you be doing?
- Inspect and analyse packaged waste received for processing
- Oversee waste processing, undertake analysis as required, and maintain accurate records
- Carry out waste processing operations
- Load and unload vehicles using a forklift truck
- Provide support to WTD clients/customers by listing, segregating, and labelling packaged chemical waste on their premises as required
- Provide the necessary information to ensure chemical waste can be transported safely in accordance with current legislation
- Ensure all labels and transport documentation, including waste lists where appropriate, are accurate, available, and compliant with current legislation
- Safely transport packaged chemical waste, as required, to permitted waste disposal sites in accordance with instructions from the Commercial Team
- Assist WTD drivers, as necessary, with the labelling and segregation of their loads
- Support the Sales Team, as required, by sampling incoming and outgoing loads
- Ensure all activities are carried out professionally, promoting a positive image of the company and adhering to company policies and procedures
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What are we looking for?
- Degree in Chemistry (or similar) or a minimum of an HND in Chemistry or a related subject
- Experience of waste, wastewater or water analysis using spectrophotometric methods
- Knowledge of hazardous waste classification and consignment systems (desirable)
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a small team
- Strong communication skills and confidence in liaising with stakeholders
- Flexible approach to work, including overtime when required
- Good problem-solving skills and ability to use initiative
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About us
We are FCC Environment, one of the UK’s leading waste and resource management companies. Our goal is to minimise the amount of waste that ends up in landfill by transforming it into valuable resources wherever possible.
Operating over 200 facilities across the UK and employing around 4,500 people, we’re on the frontline of tackling climate change. We need ambitious, innovative professionals like you to help us shape a sustainable future.
FCC Environment is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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