Graduate Site Chemist (temporary to permanent contract) Middlewich, Cheshire -Attractive Our client is an environmental and waste management company operating a permitted hazardous waste transfer station in Cheshire. The Company supports a wide range of clients in the safe and environmentally responsible disposal of their hazardous waste. Due to expansion, a vacancy currently exists for a Graduate Site Chemist. The main purpose of the role is to conduct acceptance analysis on incoming waste, ensuring that wastes are suitably and safely stored on site and dispatched from site. This is a trainee role, on a temporary contract and you will be provided with full, on the job, training, with the aim of developing into a permanent role. The role will involve you actively working on the transfer station both in and outdoors. You must be a chemist, either HND or degree qualified, with an interest in the practical application of chemistry. Re: J9670
Aug 05, 2026
Contractor
Graduate Site Chemist (temporary to permanent contract) Middlewich, Cheshire -Attractive Our client is an environmental and waste management company operating a permitted hazardous waste transfer station in Cheshire. The Company supports a wide range of clients in the safe and environmentally responsible disposal of their hazardous waste. Due to expansion, a vacancy currently exists for a Graduate Site Chemist. The main purpose of the role is to conduct acceptance analysis on incoming waste, ensuring that wastes are suitably and safely stored on site and dispatched from site. This is a trainee role, on a temporary contract and you will be provided with full, on the job, training, with the aim of developing into a permanent role. The role will involve you actively working on the transfer station both in and outdoors. You must be a chemist, either HND or degree qualified, with an interest in the practical application of chemistry. Re: J9670
WasteRecruit has been retained to support the recruitment of an interim operations manager for the municipal collections team within this local authority. The role will involve day to day operations management of the collections team, coaching and developing the supervisors and supporting the delivery of services. We envisage this will be a three to six month assignment, with an immediate start. To apply, please send a CV quoting job reference M9698.
Aug 04, 2026
Seasonal
WasteRecruit has been retained to support the recruitment of an interim operations manager for the municipal collections team within this local authority. The role will involve day to day operations management of the collections team, coaching and developing the supervisors and supporting the delivery of services. We envisage this will be a three to six month assignment, with an immediate start. To apply, please send a CV quoting job reference M9698.
WasteRecruit has been retained to support an established regional waste and recycling business serving customers across Surrey, West Sussex and the wider South East. Following a period of investment, the business is looking for an experienced Commercial Manager to strengthen commercial performance, develop customer and supplier relationships and help deliver its next stage of growth. The role Reporting to the Managing Director, you will provide the commercial link between customers, waste outlets, transport, site operations and the senior management team. You will take a lead role in managing the commercial performance of waste entering, moving through and leaving the business. This will include revenue, tonnage, disposal costs, outlet strategy, contract performance and new business opportunities. This is a hands-on position within a fast-moving operational environment. It would suit someone who combines strong commercial judgement with a practical understanding of waste transfer, recycling, skip and roll-on roll-off operations. Key responsibilities Manage the commercial position of inbound and outbound waste movements. Work with operations and transport teams to balance customer requirements, site capacity, processing and disposal. Develop and maintain relationships with customers, disposal outlets, hauliers, suppliers and local authorities. Negotiate waste-supply, disposal, haulage and offtake agreements. Monitor revenue, tonnage, disposal cost and commercial performance. Identify opportunities to improve margin, reduce cost and strengthen outlet resilience. Develop new business across construction waste, skip hire, roll-on roll-off, recycled aggregates, airport services and commercial waste. Prepare tenders, proposals, contract reviews and customer communications. Support the resolution of operational and customer-service issues. Work closely with transport, operations, HSEQ and compliance colleagues. Produce clear management information, forecasts and performance reports. Contribute to the continued development and professionalisation of the business. About you You will have relevant commercial experience within waste management, recycling, resource recovery, aggregates, skip hire or a closely related operational sector. You are likely to demonstrate: a strong understanding of waste flows, disposal outlets and commercial contracts; experience negotiating with customers, suppliers, hauliers or waste outlets; an understanding of waste transfer, skip and roll-on roll-off operations; the ability to interpret revenue, cost, tonnage and margin information; experience developing tenders, proposals or new commercial opportunities; practical awareness of environmental, duty-of-care and Operator Licence requirements; credibility with site teams, drivers, customers and senior management; strong problem-solving and communication skills; a pragmatic, hands-on approach; and the ability to support change while respecting the knowledge and experience already within the business. A Transport Manager CPC, WAMITAB qualification or other relevant industry qualification would be beneficial, although operational experience and commercial capability will be equally important.
Aug 01, 2026
Full time
WasteRecruit has been retained to support an established regional waste and recycling business serving customers across Surrey, West Sussex and the wider South East. Following a period of investment, the business is looking for an experienced Commercial Manager to strengthen commercial performance, develop customer and supplier relationships and help deliver its next stage of growth. The role Reporting to the Managing Director, you will provide the commercial link between customers, waste outlets, transport, site operations and the senior management team. You will take a lead role in managing the commercial performance of waste entering, moving through and leaving the business. This will include revenue, tonnage, disposal costs, outlet strategy, contract performance and new business opportunities. This is a hands-on position within a fast-moving operational environment. It would suit someone who combines strong commercial judgement with a practical understanding of waste transfer, recycling, skip and roll-on roll-off operations. Key responsibilities Manage the commercial position of inbound and outbound waste movements. Work with operations and transport teams to balance customer requirements, site capacity, processing and disposal. Develop and maintain relationships with customers, disposal outlets, hauliers, suppliers and local authorities. Negotiate waste-supply, disposal, haulage and offtake agreements. Monitor revenue, tonnage, disposal cost and commercial performance. Identify opportunities to improve margin, reduce cost and strengthen outlet resilience. Develop new business across construction waste, skip hire, roll-on roll-off, recycled aggregates, airport services and commercial waste. Prepare tenders, proposals, contract reviews and customer communications. Support the resolution of operational and customer-service issues. Work closely with transport, operations, HSEQ and compliance colleagues. Produce clear management information, forecasts and performance reports. Contribute to the continued development and professionalisation of the business. About you You will have relevant commercial experience within waste management, recycling, resource recovery, aggregates, skip hire or a closely related operational sector. You are likely to demonstrate: a strong understanding of waste flows, disposal outlets and commercial contracts; experience negotiating with customers, suppliers, hauliers or waste outlets; an understanding of waste transfer, skip and roll-on roll-off operations; the ability to interpret revenue, cost, tonnage and margin information; experience developing tenders, proposals or new commercial opportunities; practical awareness of environmental, duty-of-care and Operator Licence requirements; credibility with site teams, drivers, customers and senior management; strong problem-solving and communication skills; a pragmatic, hands-on approach; and the ability to support change while respecting the knowledge and experience already within the business. A Transport Manager CPC, WAMITAB qualification or other relevant industry qualification would be beneficial, although operational experience and commercial capability will be equally important.
WasteRecruit are working with a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy to source a Senior Consultant. In this role, you will provide technical input to the Environmental Permitting Department in respect of environmental permitting, pollution prevention and control, waste management licensing, environmental risk assessments and environmental audits and legislation. Candidate Requirements: BSc qualification in relevant subject area is desirable Membership of a relevant professional body i.e. CIWM is desirable Experience in mineral operations and waste management facilities Ability to supervise a range of practical works and / or others undertaking field works High standard of written work and overseeing technical work prepared by colleagues Computer literate with a good working knowledge of specialist risk assessment and/or hydrogeological modelling software Experience of implementing Quality Management Systems throughout projects Experience of project management and financial control including preparing and working to budgets Good project management, administrative, communication and organisational skills UK Driving Licence Ref: J9658
Aug 01, 2026
Full time
WasteRecruit are working with a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy to source a Senior Consultant. In this role, you will provide technical input to the Environmental Permitting Department in respect of environmental permitting, pollution prevention and control, waste management licensing, environmental risk assessments and environmental audits and legislation. Candidate Requirements: BSc qualification in relevant subject area is desirable Membership of a relevant professional body i.e. CIWM is desirable Experience in mineral operations and waste management facilities Ability to supervise a range of practical works and / or others undertaking field works High standard of written work and overseeing technical work prepared by colleagues Computer literate with a good working knowledge of specialist risk assessment and/or hydrogeological modelling software Experience of implementing Quality Management Systems throughout projects Experience of project management and financial control including preparing and working to budgets Good project management, administrative, communication and organisational skills UK Driving Licence Ref: J9658
EMEA Environmental Compliance Manager Home based £ -Attractive salary plus bonus As an EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa) Environmental Compliance Manager, you will lead and support the development and delivery of a wide range of regulatory and technical programmes focussing on WEEE, Batteries and Packaging. The position is an excellent opportunity for an experienced regulatory professional to join a growing technical team with an international client portfolio. The ideal candidate will excel at interacting with multinational clients in a technical, client relationship management and product focused capacity. You will provide support to a number of key clients and will work on several different projects at a time. The company has an ethos of trust, accountability and absolute discretion derived from senior experience within blue chip organisations. The candidate will provide environmental regulatory consultancy advice across a portfolio of products. Main duties: Delivery of European and Global external compliance and consultancy service to international producers. Transforming requests from producers into service delivery quotations. Assessing customer Extended Producer Obligations. Account management of customers in multiple locations across the globe. Project manage delivery of new services to customers. Managing member registrations and consolidating communications. Managing data reporting and delivery. Setting up and controlling invoicing flow. Keeping on top of regulatory and market changes to update internal network and tools. Development and expansion of current service offerings. Candidate requirements: Significant working knowledge of International WEEE, Batteries and Packaging Producer Responsibility Regulations (especially European). Educated to degree level. Experience within an environmental regulatory role. Experienced in project management. Excellent time management and organisation skills. Strong computer literacy including Excel. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Additional languages are desirable. Self-motivated and able to work within a team environment. Ref: J9398
Jul 31, 2026
Full time
EMEA Environmental Compliance Manager Home based £ -Attractive salary plus bonus As an EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa) Environmental Compliance Manager, you will lead and support the development and delivery of a wide range of regulatory and technical programmes focussing on WEEE, Batteries and Packaging. The position is an excellent opportunity for an experienced regulatory professional to join a growing technical team with an international client portfolio. The ideal candidate will excel at interacting with multinational clients in a technical, client relationship management and product focused capacity. You will provide support to a number of key clients and will work on several different projects at a time. The company has an ethos of trust, accountability and absolute discretion derived from senior experience within blue chip organisations. The candidate will provide environmental regulatory consultancy advice across a portfolio of products. Main duties: Delivery of European and Global external compliance and consultancy service to international producers. Transforming requests from producers into service delivery quotations. Assessing customer Extended Producer Obligations. Account management of customers in multiple locations across the globe. Project manage delivery of new services to customers. Managing member registrations and consolidating communications. Managing data reporting and delivery. Setting up and controlling invoicing flow. Keeping on top of regulatory and market changes to update internal network and tools. Development and expansion of current service offerings. Candidate requirements: Significant working knowledge of International WEEE, Batteries and Packaging Producer Responsibility Regulations (especially European). Educated to degree level. Experience within an environmental regulatory role. Experienced in project management. Excellent time management and organisation skills. Strong computer literacy including Excel. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Additional languages are desirable. Self-motivated and able to work within a team environment. Ref: J9398
Site Chemist (Shift Work) Grays, Essex £34-38K dependent on experience plus shift allowance Our client, a leading provider of hazardous waste management services, is looking to recruit a Site Chemist to be based at their Hazardous Waste Transfer Station in South Essex. Working in the Technical team at the Transfer Station, the role is varied with on-site and occasional off-site visits. The on-site work includes inspecting loads and stock control, repackaging wastes, compiling lists of outgoing waste loads, sampling, classifying waste and the occasional pricing of waste enquiries. The current shift system incorporates two shifts - 8am to 5pm and 11am to 8pm. These two shifts are rotated weekly. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Assist in inspecting loads arriving on site and checking that they are compliant with the consignment expected Updating IT system to amend any differences in waste expected and waste received Using latest bar-coding system to manage waste storage and prepare outgoing loads Sampling/checking/testing of wastes and storage Supervision of vehicles loading hazardous materials as required Classify waste with appropriate EWC codes and assign ADR labels as required Classification of dangerous substances Use of XRF Lab equipment and other test kits if needed Raise Customer Sales Orders when cover is required Segregate chemicals into compatible combinations and subsequently packing / labelling for safe onward transport to other disposal / recycling sites Working off-site at client s premises if required (listing / packing waste etc.) Collecting small waste consignments if required (occasional if needed for cover) List, package and label wastes for collection by drivers Occasional emergency call out to customers sites Assist and cover for Yard Managers duties as and when required. Have an involvement in pricing incoming waste streams when required. Ensure all activities are carried out in accordance with current Health, Safety and Environmental legislation Hours may vary on occasions to suit the needs of the business such as if vehicles have been delayed or holiday cover is required. Ref: J9682
Jul 31, 2026
Full time
Site Chemist (Shift Work) Grays, Essex £34-38K dependent on experience plus shift allowance Our client, a leading provider of hazardous waste management services, is looking to recruit a Site Chemist to be based at their Hazardous Waste Transfer Station in South Essex. Working in the Technical team at the Transfer Station, the role is varied with on-site and occasional off-site visits. The on-site work includes inspecting loads and stock control, repackaging wastes, compiling lists of outgoing waste loads, sampling, classifying waste and the occasional pricing of waste enquiries. The current shift system incorporates two shifts - 8am to 5pm and 11am to 8pm. These two shifts are rotated weekly. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Assist in inspecting loads arriving on site and checking that they are compliant with the consignment expected Updating IT system to amend any differences in waste expected and waste received Using latest bar-coding system to manage waste storage and prepare outgoing loads Sampling/checking/testing of wastes and storage Supervision of vehicles loading hazardous materials as required Classify waste with appropriate EWC codes and assign ADR labels as required Classification of dangerous substances Use of XRF Lab equipment and other test kits if needed Raise Customer Sales Orders when cover is required Segregate chemicals into compatible combinations and subsequently packing / labelling for safe onward transport to other disposal / recycling sites Working off-site at client s premises if required (listing / packing waste etc.) Collecting small waste consignments if required (occasional if needed for cover) List, package and label wastes for collection by drivers Occasional emergency call out to customers sites Assist and cover for Yard Managers duties as and when required. Have an involvement in pricing incoming waste streams when required. Ensure all activities are carried out in accordance with current Health, Safety and Environmental legislation Hours may vary on occasions to suit the needs of the business such as if vehicles have been delayed or holiday cover is required. Ref: J9682
Account Manager (Recycling) West Midlands/Home-base £-Attractive Salary Our client is a leading provider of environmental compliance and data management services in the UK and Internationally. A vacancy currently exists for an Account Manager to work within the company s Data Insights division. This division has over 300 clients, including strategic accounts, many of which are Key Account Managed. Data Insights is responsible for ensuring the accurate submission of over 15% of the UK s total packaging recycling obligation, as part of a multi-tiered service offering. The Account Manager role is dual-focused, with some aspects requiring a strongly customer focused outlook and excellent communication skills. While other aspects need a data-focused, problem solving, logical approach. Managing a variety of accounts and being the dedicated point of contact for each, the Account Manager will ensure that regular and appropriate levels of communication are maintained, while identifying areas for increased interaction and service development; in addition to being responsible for ensuring the timely data collection, and accurate data submission for each account. The Account Manager should be a highly motivated, pro-active individual who is able to take responsibility for their own workload while maintaining a collaborative approach within a busy, operationally focused team. The role is suited to those with experience in customer service and who have a keen interest in numeric reasoning, client interaction, and knowledge gathering. There is the potential for this role to be split between home working and working from the company s office in the West Midlands. Ref: J9569
Jul 30, 2026
Full time
Account Manager (Recycling) West Midlands/Home-base £-Attractive Salary Our client is a leading provider of environmental compliance and data management services in the UK and Internationally. A vacancy currently exists for an Account Manager to work within the company s Data Insights division. This division has over 300 clients, including strategic accounts, many of which are Key Account Managed. Data Insights is responsible for ensuring the accurate submission of over 15% of the UK s total packaging recycling obligation, as part of a multi-tiered service offering. The Account Manager role is dual-focused, with some aspects requiring a strongly customer focused outlook and excellent communication skills. While other aspects need a data-focused, problem solving, logical approach. Managing a variety of accounts and being the dedicated point of contact for each, the Account Manager will ensure that regular and appropriate levels of communication are maintained, while identifying areas for increased interaction and service development; in addition to being responsible for ensuring the timely data collection, and accurate data submission for each account. The Account Manager should be a highly motivated, pro-active individual who is able to take responsibility for their own workload while maintaining a collaborative approach within a busy, operationally focused team. The role is suited to those with experience in customer service and who have a keen interest in numeric reasoning, client interaction, and knowledge gathering. There is the potential for this role to be split between home working and working from the company s office in the West Midlands. Ref: J9569
Our client, a leading provider of soil remediation and contaminated soil management, is expanding and building a technical team to broaden their services. We are seeking an experienced Permitting Development Manager to join this growing division and work on exciting projects across the country. The Role: You will be at the heart of operational and regulatory services, working to protect and improve our land. Your responsibilities will include: Drafting and managing permits on a daily basis. Ensuring compliance and reporting on existing permits. Providing technical advice and support to the SAR and STF teams. Skills, Qualifications & Experience: Minimum 5 years' experience in the Waste or Contaminated Land industry. In-depth knowledge of permitting regulations is essential. Excellent communication skills, able to engage with a wide range of stakeholders. Confident, proactive, and self-motivated with strong time management. Able to work under pressure and multitask effectively. Enjoys working collaboratively and has a flexible approach. Must hold a full UK driving licence and be willing to travel nationwide. Perks: Attractive salary Car allowance To apply, please send your CV quoting reference M9465.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Our client, a leading provider of soil remediation and contaminated soil management, is expanding and building a technical team to broaden their services. We are seeking an experienced Permitting Development Manager to join this growing division and work on exciting projects across the country. The Role: You will be at the heart of operational and regulatory services, working to protect and improve our land. Your responsibilities will include: Drafting and managing permits on a daily basis. Ensuring compliance and reporting on existing permits. Providing technical advice and support to the SAR and STF teams. Skills, Qualifications & Experience: Minimum 5 years' experience in the Waste or Contaminated Land industry. In-depth knowledge of permitting regulations is essential. Excellent communication skills, able to engage with a wide range of stakeholders. Confident, proactive, and self-motivated with strong time management. Able to work under pressure and multitask effectively. Enjoys working collaboratively and has a flexible approach. Must hold a full UK driving licence and be willing to travel nationwide. Perks: Attractive salary Car allowance To apply, please send your CV quoting reference M9465.
WasteRecruit is supporting the recruitment of a Sales Consultant for a regional waste management business. These are roles working for a waste and recycling company, so you will be selling collection services to SME's in and around the Herts, Beds and Bucks regions. This involves calling companies to make appointments, visiting industrial estates to speak to companies in person, following up leads which come into the business and all the other ways of generating business. The client has had particular success in selling services into leisure centres and gyms, care homes and small construction companies. They are keen to further this success and seek new business opportunities. The role will involve traditional field sales as well as bid and tender work. You'll be selling a sustainable waste and recycling service. This is about sustainability and providing quality services which help companies to manage their impact on the environment in a responsible way. We are ideally looking for waste and recycling experience. We need candidates who are proactive and driven to make sales. They will look for opportunities to makes sales and be diligent in their work. When you apply we will send you a link to our field sales application test. We won't make a recruitment decision on your CV, we want you to run through our sales process and then we will interview you. If you are interested, please apply and we will send you the link to our recruitment process.
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
WasteRecruit is supporting the recruitment of a Sales Consultant for a regional waste management business. These are roles working for a waste and recycling company, so you will be selling collection services to SME's in and around the Herts, Beds and Bucks regions. This involves calling companies to make appointments, visiting industrial estates to speak to companies in person, following up leads which come into the business and all the other ways of generating business. The client has had particular success in selling services into leisure centres and gyms, care homes and small construction companies. They are keen to further this success and seek new business opportunities. The role will involve traditional field sales as well as bid and tender work. You'll be selling a sustainable waste and recycling service. This is about sustainability and providing quality services which help companies to manage their impact on the environment in a responsible way. We are ideally looking for waste and recycling experience. We need candidates who are proactive and driven to make sales. They will look for opportunities to makes sales and be diligent in their work. When you apply we will send you a link to our field sales application test. We won't make a recruitment decision on your CV, we want you to run through our sales process and then we will interview you. If you are interested, please apply and we will send you the link to our recruitment process.