Chemical Waste Assessor

Reed Scientific is working with a leading national environmental/hazardous materials company, they are looking to take on a few new Hazardous Waste Assessor to join their growing Hazardous Waste Division. This client-facing role requires technical expertise to ensure waste streams are managed compliantly and commercially. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hazardous waste and chemistry, using their knowledge to assess waste streams and ensure correct classification and disposal routes.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Carry out technical assessments of waste enquiries, characterising and accurately classifying waste.
• Liaise with clients to obtain sufficient information for quotations, documentation, packing instructions, and labels.
• Manage sales enquiries to satisfy pre-acceptance requirements.
• Identify cost-effective treatment and processing routes for hazardous waste streams.
• Provide technical advice and assistance to customers, drivers, transport, and technical administration teams.
• Maintain communication to ensure customer expectations are met with up-to-date and accurate information.
• Develop relationships with existing customers and other sales teams to grow the business and develop total waste management services.
• Support the company at waste industry trade fairs and ensure compliance with all company policies, including health and safety.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum Bsc Chemistry or Environmental Science (preferred) or HNC also considered.
• Experience as a Technical Assessor or Site Chemist in the hazardous waste industry.
• Strong understanding of analytical data and legislation.
• Confident communicator with a professional telephone manner.
• High standard of customer service and ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Numerate and confident with written communication.
• Approachable, friendly, and flexible to accommodate ad-hoc requirements.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and opportunities for career progression.
• Work within a supportive and expert team committed to environmental responsibility.
• Engage in challenging and meaningful work in the waste management industry.

If you have the drive and interest in waste management or are looking for a challenging and rewarding day-to-day role, all whilst picking up highly desirable skills in hazard chemical handling/ management, then this is the role for you! Apply Today.