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Talentmark are recruiting for a Operations Chemist to join an Environmental and Waste Management company at their site in Sheffield on a full time, permanent basis. The Company: A leading UK waste and resource management company, our client is part of a global group with a strong heritage in providing services for communities and businesses. Their aim is to be the environmental company of choice, delivering change for a sustainable future. The company's core business focuses on collection, resource recovery and renewable energy providing services for local authorities and commercial customers. They have a number of core services including municipal services, business waste solutions, recycling and green energy. Location: The Operations Chemist will be based at the company's site near Darrington, easily commutable from Sheffield. Operations Chemist Role: Chemical and Physical analysis of Waste. Inspection and testing of waste for acceptance. Interpretation of laboratory results. Maintenance, QC and Calibration of laboratory equipment. Ensuring safety procedures are always upheld. Your Background: Chemistry degree/HND. Waste/Environmental testing experience. Hazardous Waste classification experience. It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference (phone number removed) in all correspondence. If this position isn't suitable but you are looking for a new role, or if you are interested in seeing what opportunities are out there, head over to our LinkedIn page (Talentmark) and follow us to see our latest jobs and company news.

Lead Waste Chemist Location: Southampton, UK Salary: 40,000 - 45,000 (DOE) Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 7:00am - 4:00pm My client is looking for Lead Waste Chemist to join their team based in Southampton. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemistry (or equivalent) and have previous experience in the Waste Management Industry as either a Site Chemist, Mobile Chemist or Technical Assessor. Package Benefits: 21 days Holiday + 8 banks - increasing to 25 days with service Company Pension Private Medical and Dental insurance On-site parking Excellent and on-going training programme Opportunity for growth and development within the company Key Responsibilities: Ensure compliance with site permits and waste acceptance regulations. Oversee safe operation of the site and waste handling. Monitor quality and compliance, and submit non-conformance reports and invoices on time. Ensure all waste that are processed/repacked have an associated paperwork trail so they can be traced from cradle to grave. Supervision and support for the Site and Mobile Chemist team. Support and have responsibility over P&L on site. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field. Previous experience as a Site Chemist, Lab Analyst, Mobile Chemist, or similar. Experience in the Hazardous Waste Management industry. Leadership experience is essential. Forklift Licence desirable, but not essential (Training Provided). WR Logistics are the recruitment partner for all vacancies in the logistics industry. We recruit in the UK & USA for permanent jobs. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Science Technician - Outstanding Secondary School - Westminster, Central London Salary: £30,000 Full-Time Permanent Immediate / September Start Are you highly organised, practical, and looking to play a vital role in education without being in the classroom? A high-performing secondary school in Westminster is seeking a dedicated and proactive Science Technician to support its thriving Science department. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for science and a keen eye for detail to contribute to an engaging and hands-on learning environment. The Role As a Science Technician, you will be the backbone of the Science department, ensuring lessons run smoothly by preparing equipment, materials, and experiments across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics . Your responsibilities will include: Preparing and setting up equipment for practical science lessons Supporting teachers during experiments and demonstrations Maintaining and organising laboratory equipment and resources Ensuring all health & safety regulations are followed at all times Managing stock levels and ordering materials when required Safely storing chemicals and disposing of waste appropriately Assisting with displays and maintaining a stimulating learning environment The School This Westminster-based secondary school is known for its strong academic results, excellent behaviour, and supportive leadership team . The Science department is a key strength within the school, with well-equipped labs and a collaborative team of teachers. You'll benefit from: Modern, fully equipped laboratories A supportive and experienced Science team A well-structured and organised working environment Leadership that values support staff as key contributors A central London location with excellent transport links Who They're Looking For A science-related degree or background (preferred but not essential) Strong organisational skills and attention to detail A proactive and reliable approach to work Ability to work independently and as part of a team Understanding of health & safety in a laboratory setting (desirable) Previous experience as a Science Technician or working in a lab environment is advantageous, but training can be provided for the right candidate. Why Apply? Salary of £30,000 A stable, full-time role in a high-performing school Opportunity to work in a dynamic and hands-on environment Gain valuable experience within an education setting Be part of a team that directly supports student success Apply Now If you're looking for a rewarding role where your organisation and practical skills make a real difference, this Science Technician position in Westminster is the perfect opportunity. Apply today to join a school where your contribution is essential to delivering outstanding science education.

Senior Technical Assessor Location: UK/Hybrid Salary: TBC About the Company Our client is a waste and resource management services providing specialist services to a broad range of industrial, commercial, and public-sector clients. With a strong reputation for technical excellence and regulatory expertise, the business supports organisations in achieving compliance, improving environmental performance, and delivering sustainable resource solutions. They are now seeking an experienced Senior Technical Assessor to join their team. The Role The Senior Technical Assessor will play a key role in delivering technical assessments, regulatory advice, and compliance support to clients across a wide range of waste streams and resource management activities. You will lead on complex technical evaluations, support internal teams with specialist knowledge, and ensure all assessments align with relevant environmental regulations and industry best practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong professional with experience in waste classification, compliance, and environmental regulation who enjoys problem-solving and working closely with clients. Key Responsibilities Conduct technical assessments of waste materials and resource streams to determine classification, handling requirements, and compliance obligations. Provide expert advice on waste legislation, environmental compliance, and best practice. Review and interpret analytical data, waste characterisation reports, and site information. Prepare technical reports, risk assessments, and compliance documentation for clients. Support clients in meeting duty of care obligations and regulatory requirements. Liaise with regulators, laboratories, and disposal or recovery facilities when required. Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior assessors or team members. Contribute to the development and improvement of internal assessment processes and technical standards. Stay up to date with changes in environmental legislation and waste management guidance. Key Skills & Experience Strong experience in waste classification, technical assessment, or environmental compliance. In-depth knowledge of UK waste regulations and guidance. Experience interpreting analytical data and waste characterisation results. Background within waste management, environmental consultancy, or regulatory environments. Excellent technical report writing and documentation skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving ability. Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to clients and colleagues. Desirable Degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, or similar. Experience with hazardous waste classification and WM3 guidance. Knowledge of waste treatment technologies and disposal routes. Professional membership (e.g. CIWM, IEMA or similar).

Title: Site Chemist / Transfer Station Chemist Location: Hertfordshire Salary: 30,000 - 35,000 Term: Permanent SRG are working with a leading waste management and recycling company who have a long and very successful history of supporting the UK chemical industry. They are now looking for a site chemist to join the team. This is a hands-on role within the waste industry, you will be checking and testing incoming loads, processing hazardous and non-hazardous waste, ensuring segregation and storage of hazardous waste meets requirements, labelling waste and completing documents on all incoming and outgoing chemical materials. This role would suit candidates with 2+ years' experience as a chemist on a hazardous waste transfer station. Working Hours: 37.5 working hours per week, Monday to Friday, 24 days holiday + statutory bank holidays. Access to Rewards Gateway offering excellent discounts and cash back with many large retailers. Role/Description Receiving chemical waste on to site and ensure that per acceptance and acceptance of waste meets environmental requirements Ensuring paperwork for incoming waste is compliant and correctly completed Control waste streams through the plant/ transfer station to avoid delays and backlogs. Immediate testing of incoming waste to ensure conformity with paperwork using test strips Supervise, plan and prioritise the day to day activities of the Transfer Station Operatives Further laboratory testing as needed for further analysis using techniques including flash point testing, pH testing, visual checks, odour, viscosity. Working alongside site operatives to ensure that waste is processed, stored and transferred in a safe, compliant and timely manner Bulking/re-packing of waste to achieve maximum profitability Supporting other site chemists and operatives, ensuring all staff are working efficiently and collaboratively Requirements Minimum HND in Chemistry, or similar qualification with significant chemistry content 2+ years of recent experience in hazardous waste Any of the following qualifications or experience are considered advantageous: COTC, WAMITAB, NEBOSH, IOSH Willing to work outside in all weathers Full right to work in the UK - There is no sponsorship available for this role SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors. If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Rhi on (phone number removed). If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit (url removed) to view our other vacancies. As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

CK Group are recruiting for a Laboratory Technician to join a global chemical manufacturing company at their facilities located near Durham on a 2 month contract basis. The Company: Our client is a leading manufacturer of PVC Compounds and they work at the forefront of technology with a comprehensive range of products. Location: This position is located near Durham and is site based. Pay rate: 14.00/hr PAYE Role: Conduct and report upon programmes of analytical testing so that the required results are produced within defined timescales and in an appropriate format. Participate in improvement opportunities through effective process monitoring. Support the day-to-day running and resource requirements of the laboratory including the ordering of consumables as required. Provide content for internal and external customer communications relating to both services received and delivered by the laboratory. To participate in COSHH assessments and the safety-assurance of equipment and processes To contribute to the development and updating of test procedures. . Participate in the effective management of the Laboratory waste. Participate in instrument training programmes to ensure lab and production teams are properly trained to deliver accurate analytical results. Support the maintenance and calibration of all laboratory equipment to maintain a high reliability of the service. Your Background: Educated to degree level or equivalent in Chemistry or a Scientific discipline. An understanding of appropriate test methods together with an understanding of the associated equipment with respect to maintenance and calibration. Hands on experience with ICP and of numerous chemicals/materials in wet chemistry, analytical processes. Excellent IT (specifically, word processing and spreadsheet) and communication skills (report writing). Understanding of risk assessment relating to the ChemiLab activities including COSHH. Ability to report results in written and oral form to internal and external customers. Apply: For more information, or to apply for this Laboratory Technician position please contact Mary Bolt on (phone number removed) or email (url removed). Please quote job reference (phone number removed) in all correspondence. It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK INDLS

Job title: Industry Regulation Permitting Officer Role ID: 202603 Location: Flexible Grade/Salary range: 5: £36,246 - £39,942 Working pattern: Full time Contract type: Permanent Closing date: 28/09/2025 The role Are you ready to make a real difference? Join us in a pivotal role where your scientific expertise will help protect Wales' environment and public health, while supporting sustainable industrial growth. As a Permitting Officer, you will be required to work both independently and collaboratively to assess complex environmental permit applications across a diverse range of large industry sectors in Wales, from refineries and waste incineration to food production, metals processing, and activities involving radioactive substances Using your strong scientific background (particularly in chemistry and maths), you'll carry out robust technical assessments in line with legislation, technical guidance, NRW policies and procedures. Your decisions, to issue, refuse, or vary permits, will directly influence how major industries operate, ensuring they meet environmental standards and adopt best practices. You don't need to be an expert in every sector. Based on your experience, you'll lead on specific areas, becoming a trusted specialist within our team. Whether your background is regulatory or operational, your insights will be key to shaping smarter, more resilient environmental regulation. Beyond permitting, you'll play an active role in engaging with internal and external stakeholders to resolve technical queries, contribute to work planning and drive process improvements. You'll also participate in industrial cluster groups and help embed the principles of Sustainable Management of Natural Resources (SMNR) into our regulatory frameworks - ensuring our approach remains forward-thinking, integrated, and impactful. This is your chance to be part of a progressive organisation, working at the intersection of science, policy, and industry - all while helping to safeguard Wales' natural resources for future generations. As an organisation we support flexible working. You will be contracted to the nearest NRW office to your home and a suitable hybrid working pattern will be agreed on appointment. Any regular face to face meetings or training will be planned in advance. Interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams Successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) check. Appointments are normally made within 4 to 8 weeks of the closing date. About Us The role sits within a small closely working team of specialists that share knowledge, experience, and best practice. You will be responsible for supporting, mentoring and training of your peers to facilitate risk based decisions to produce robust enforceable permits. What you will do Determine the outcome of complex Environmental licence/permit applications through sound decision making for applications for their assigned regime by carrying out appropriate technical assessment in accordance with NRW policies and procedures where available, and issue, refuse or vary permits to time and budget. Determine applications using a range of technical guidance and technical software and/or modelling programmes as required by your assigned regime. Aid technical development of permitting officers within your assigned permitting team, through direct coaching and by supporting the delivery of the Technical Development Framework using your expertise in your related area. Represent the permitting team in your area of expertise on relevant internal technical groups, and internal/external stakeholder meetings. Act as lead for complex permit/licence determinations, including less complex nationally significant infrastructure projects. Co-ordinate and lead in preparing defence in relation to legal challenges against permit decisions. Provide technical support in your subject matter area to operational teams to include pre-application advice and support the delivery of structured training as required. Contribute to improved efficiency and performance of the permitting team, identify opportunities for changes to process and guidance and support a culture of continuous improvement for both your assigned regime and for across regime working. Undertake health and safety duties and responsibilities appropriate to the post Be committed to Natural Resources Wales Equal Opportunities and Diversity Policy, together with an understanding of how it operates within the responsibilities of the post Be committed to your own development through the effective use of your personal development plan (known as Sgwrs). Any other reasonable duties requested commensurate with the grade of this role. Your qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills In your application and interview you will be asked to demonstrate the following skills and experience using the STAR method. Knowledge of the relevant legislation and how it relates to the permitting process. Practical experience of assessing relevant licence/permit applications or using them in a compliance role. Track record of delivering timely optimal solutions by effective information analysis and risked based decisions. Experience of coaching and mentoring skills. Experience of customer service delivery and the ability to influence and persuade to achieve environmental outcomes. Experience of delivering process improvements/efficiencies. Welsh Language Level requirements: Essential: Level A1 - Entry level (able to use and understand simple, basic phrases and greetings, no conversational Welsh) Please note if you do not meet the level A1 requirement i.e., ability to understand basic phrases and ability to pronounce Welsh names correctly, then NRW offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal requirements during the course of your employment with us.

D365 Operations Process Lead Full-Time PermanentHybrid Runcorn (with occasional international travel) Are you a D365 operations expert with a passion for driving operational excellence? Do you have a proven ability to optimise ERP platforms and embed process improvements across supply chain and operations? We are looking for an experienced D365 Operations Process Lead to take ownership of optimising and driving operational processes across a leading chemical and life science group. What's on offer Generous holiday allowance with buy/sell scheme. Flexible hours and hybrid working. Professional development through internal and external training. Mental health and wellbeing initiatives, including free therapy/counselling. Active support for physical wellbeing and fitness challenges. The Role In this pivotal role, you'll be responsible for shaping, enhancing, and embedding best practice business processes within Microsoft Dynamics 365, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. This is a highly collaborative role, engaging with group companies, operational sites, suppliers, customers, and cross-functional teams. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills are key to success. What you'll be doing Acting as the subject matter expert for Microsoft Dynamics 365 (WMS, production, and transport modules). Ensuring optimal utilisation of handheld devices and related technology to streamline workflows. Applying Lean methodologies to eliminate waste, reduce lead times, and improve throughput. Embedding customer-centric improvements using Net Promoter Score (NPS) insights. Upskilling operational staff on D365 best practice, building in-house capability. Driving cross-functional business transformation to deliver measurable value and sustainable change. Improving process reliability, reducing operational errors, and enhancing customer satisfaction. What we're looking for Essential skills & experience: Strong technical and functional expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365 (WMS, production, transport). Proven track record of delivering ERP-enabled process improvements within operations and supply chain. Knowledge and application of Lean methodologies. Experience embedding NPS-driven initiatives into business processes. Ability to translate business requirements into system solutions and operational practices. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Experience training and upskilling teams on ERP best practice. Graduate-level education or equivalent ERP/operations qualifications. Desirable: Background in chemicals, manufacturing, or distribution. Experience leading business transformation or ERP implementation projects. Knowledge of compliance within supply chain operations. Full UK driving licence. About the organisation This is an international group of Material & Life Science companies with customers in over 90 countries. Headquartered in the UK and established in 2004, they are market leaders in the chemical industry, delivering chemistry-based solutions for a better life today and a better world tomorrow. With a culture of innovation, collaboration, and creativity, the group empowers its people to make a real impact. Next steps If you feel this role matches your skills and ambitions, please apply with your CV. If you are shortlisted for this role, the client will contact you directly to discuss your experience and suitability further. Unsuccessful applicants will be informed once we have received feedback from the client. Key Appointments UK Ltd will assess your suitability for the role based on the information contained in your CV and application. This includes skills, experience, education, and location. By applying for this role, you give consent for your CV to be processed by Key Appointments for recruitment purposes. Our full Privacy Policy is available at key-appointments.