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Waste Operations Chemist

United Kingdom, Darrington 27000.00 - 34000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted February 20, 2026
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Job Description

CK Group are recruiting for a Waste Operations Chemist to join an Environmental and Waste Management company at their site based near Darrington on a full time, permanent basis.

Job Responsibility

  • 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

Requirements

  • Chemistry degree/HND
  • Waste/Environmental testing experience
  • Hazardous Waste classification experience
  • Entitlement to work in the UK is essential

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