Elvet 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: * 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: * 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