Chemist
CV-LibraryMiddlesbrough, North YorkshirepermanentPosted: 12 October 2026
Apply NowElvet Recruitment have been appointed to recruit a Site Chemist for the regional division of a £75m waste management company in Teesside.
Independently owned with a strong family ethos, they offer excellent employee benefits and have a long‑standing tradition of developing the careers of those who help the business thrive.
The Teesside division is expanding following sustained success and a strong reputation for delivering high‑quality work to clients, making this an exciting time to join the team.
Main duties will include:
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Operating process plant in line with permit, procedures and consent to discharge
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Analysing incoming loads promptly and designating correct process routes
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Operating laboratory processes safely and efficiently, using correct PPE and following SOPs
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Ensuring accurate documentation for all incoming and outgoing loads
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Ensuring all site activities comply with S.H.E. policies and relevant legislation
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Providing analytical information to optimise vehicle turnaround, processing efficiency and customer service
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Supporting development and improvement of site activities, including analysis of new potential waste streams
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Taking appropriate action regarding waste acceptance and rectifying issues
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Packing and segregating lab smalls waste at customer sites safely and in line with SOPs
To be considered, applicants should have:
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Minimum HNC in Chemistry
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Good knowledge of hazardous waste
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Ability to assess safety, environmental and plant impact of processing hazardous waste
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Experience of Health & Safety and Environmental legislation relevant to waste operations
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Technical competency in handling hazardous chemicals
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Computer literacy, including basic Excel and Word
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Ability to work effectively within a team
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Strong communication skills
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Ability to build and maintain positive customer relationships
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Full UK driving licence
Benefits include:
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£30,000 to £31,000 depending on experience
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25 days holiday plus bank holidays
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Annual pay rise in line with inflation
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Annual bonus scheme
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Pension scheme with up to 4.5% employer contribution
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Healthshield plan covering dental, optical, wellbeing, prescriptions and online GP access
Please contact Michael Dufferwiel at Elvet Recruitment to discuss in more detail
Independently owned with a strong family ethos, they offer excellent employee benefits and have a long‑standing tradition of developing the careers of those who help the business thrive.
The Teesside division is expanding following sustained success and a strong reputation for delivering high‑quality work to clients, making this an exciting time to join the team.
Main duties will include:
*
Operating process plant in line with permit, procedures and consent to discharge
*
Analysing incoming loads promptly and designating correct process routes
*
Operating laboratory processes safely and efficiently, using correct PPE and following SOPs
*
Ensuring accurate documentation for all incoming and outgoing loads
*
Ensuring all site activities comply with S.H.E. policies and relevant legislation
*
Providing analytical information to optimise vehicle turnaround, processing efficiency and customer service
*
Supporting development and improvement of site activities, including analysis of new potential waste streams
*
Taking appropriate action regarding waste acceptance and rectifying issues
*
Packing and segregating lab smalls waste at customer sites safely and in line with SOPs
To be considered, applicants should have:
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Minimum HNC in Chemistry
*
Good knowledge of hazardous waste
*
Ability to assess safety, environmental and plant impact of processing hazardous waste
*
Experience of Health & Safety and Environmental legislation relevant to waste operations
*
Technical competency in handling hazardous chemicals
*
Computer literacy, including basic Excel and Word
*
Ability to work effectively within a team
*
Strong communication skills
*
Ability to build and maintain positive customer relationships
*
Full UK driving licence
Benefits include:
*
£30,000 to £31,000 depending on experience
*
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
*
Annual pay rise in line with inflation
*
Annual bonus scheme
*
Pension scheme with up to 4.5% employer contribution
*
Healthshield plan covering dental, optical, wellbeing, prescriptions and online GP access
Please contact Michael Dufferwiel at Elvet Recruitment to discuss in more detail