Technical Waste Assessor - new job in Greater Manchester, UK

Technical Waste Assessor required on a permanent basis, based in Greater Manchester. Requiring a degree or HNC in Chemistry or a related subject and strong wet chemistry analysis skills. Proven industrial experience/knowledge of the waste industry is desirable but not essential.

Title: Technical Waste Assessor

Location: Greater Manchester

Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 (dependent on experience)

Term: Permanent

SRG are currently working with a speciality waste management company who operate nationwide. Priding themselves on their ability to provide a diverse range of services which includes both hazardous & non-hazardous disposal & treatment solutions, they now have an opportunity for an Technical Waste Assessor to join their team based in Greater Manchester on a permanent basis. This role will involve ensuring that all incoming and outgoing waste samples are correctly classified, whilst certifying that a trail of records is maintained. Candidates with strong wet analytical chemistry skills, with proven industrial experience/knowledge of the waste industry are encouraged to apply.

Benefits: An opportunity to join one of the UKs largest facilities for the treatment and processing of hazardous waste. 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday with overtime available. Holidays and pension scheme.

Role / Description

• Following procedures to technical assess waste enquiries including pre-acceptance, acceptance, sampling & compatibility processes
• Recording of samples accordingly
• Correctly logging data required for the transport and acceptance of waste samples
• Keep up to date with site processing capabilities to enable the safe and correct routing of waste samples
• Ensure compliance of all waste management licenses and permits
• Liaise with internal teams including customer services, sales and operational functions
• Advise on the transport, labelling and consignment of waste samples when required
• Maintaining and updating the management systems on-site including document control, preparing data and reviewing when necessary

Requirements

• A degree or equivalent qualification / experience in Chemistry or a related field
• Proven industrial experience or knowledge of the Hazardous Waste Sector
• Strong wet chemistry analysis skills
• Organised, with a keen eye for detail

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If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively please email a copy of your CV to . For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Chris on 0161 868 2225.

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