Site Chemist

Job Description
Changing the way people think about waste.
At Biffa, we love working with waste. Whether we're turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. It's a view that's shared by our 11,000+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that's always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull. And it's why we're the UK's No. 1 choice for business waste management
Help us make a difference as
Chemist
based at our Cardiff Site.
A quick look at the role
To efficiently receive, process and dispatch incoming wastes through our hazardous waste transfer facility. Paramount to the role is that the waste is assessed and handled in an approved manner ensuring Health, Safety and Environmental compliance are met whilst demonstrating continuous improvement in productivity, plant availability and the quality of materials sent off site..
Why it's an opportunity not to be wasted
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Monitor and control all processes within the facility in terms of people and equipment to ensure operational productivities and plant availability
Ensure security of waste entering the facility and disposal in line with any stated customer requirement, at minimised cost
Ensure inputs and outputs meet defined standards e.g. PPC, pre-acceptance, acceptance and onward transfer caveats, whilst driving best practice and continuous improvement in cost control and processing operations
Control material flows through the site to ensure delays and backlogs are minimised
Carry out regular stock control and inventory of materials, both waste and consumables held on site
Maintain a high level of housekeeping in all areas and ensure any housekeeping activities are carried out in an effective and timely manner
Implement and ensure compliance with all company policy, process and procedures
Requirements
Here's what we require{{:}}
Previous experience working as a chemist on a hazardous waste management business or chemical/manufacturing industry
Minimum of a HNC Chemistry qualification
GCSE or equivalent in Mathematics and English Language
IT literate - confident use of MS Office
Knowledge and understanding of the requirements of working within a time critical processing environment
Strong analytical skills with the ability to measure and monitor data
Good organisational skills with the ability to simplify complex issues
Excellent written and verbal communication skills at all levels
Full, clean UK valid driving licence
Willingness to travel within the UK for business meetings and project work at other locations
Flexible and adaptable
Benefits
And Here's why you'll love it at Biffa
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Competitive salary
Ongoing career development, training and coaching - because if you don't grow, we don't grow
Generous pension scheme
Retail and leisure discounts
Holiday and travel discounts
Bike to work scheme
Dedicated to diversity.
At Biffa we believe different ideas, perspective and backgrounds are key to developing a creative working environment that delivers real results. It's why you'll find us championing diversity and equality at every turn.