Site Chemist
| Posting date: | 22 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £28,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 August 2025 |
| Location: | Stewartby, Bedfordshire, MK43 9LY |
| Company: | Veolia |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JR20164_1753192265 |
Summary
Ready to find the right role for you?
Salary: Competitive plus Veolia benefits
Grade: 4.3
Hours: 40 hours per week
Location: Green Lane
Stewartby
Bedford
Bedfordshire
MK43 9LY
When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone.
As a Site Chemist you'll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.
What we can offer you;
- 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- Access to our company/people's pension scheme
- Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
- Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
- 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
- One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
- Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
What you'll be doing;
- Compliance with all Health and Safety policies and procedures
- Clear communication of site induction
- To maintain chemical safety and segregation
- Check compatibility of chemicals when bulking
- Assist with other site operations where required
- Provide effective communication with customer services/ sales.
- Raise non conformances to maintain profitability/ safety
- Be proactive in working alone or part of a team
- Understand environmental requirements
- Advise operators on stock packaging
- Undertake regular workplace observations
- Report any Health and safety issues
- Provide relevant and accurate information to customers
- Compliance with all Veolia policies and procedures
- Checking incoming waste material for conformance and allocating recycling and disposal routes
- Liaising with site operators to repackage and bulk materials for onward processing
What we're looking for;
Essential
- Computer literate.
- HNC or Degree in Chemistry or related subject
- Ability to work on own initiative and in a team environment
- Physically fit
Desirable
- Waste industry experience
- FLT Licence
What's next?
Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.
We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.
We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.
We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract, if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team.
Job Posting End Date:
What's next?
Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.
We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.
We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.
We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.