Technical Assessor

Technical Assessor - Waste Management and Environmental Services

Location: Southampton, UK

Salary: up to -34,000pa (DOE)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 8:00am - 5:00pm

Are you experienced in the waste management or environmental services industry? Are you looking to start or develop your career with a nationwide waste management company?

My client is offering a fantastic package for a Hazardous Waste and Recycling Technical Assessor to join their team based in Southampton. The right candidate will possess a degree or HNC in Chemistry, Environmental Science or similar and ideally have worked previously for a UK based Waste and Recycling Management Company.

Package Benefits:

• 21 days holiday + 8 banks - increasing to 25 days with service
• Company Pension
• Private Medical and Dental insurance
• Well-being programme and Mental Health Support
• On-site parking
• Excellent and on-going training programme
• Opportunity for growth and development within the company

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess enquiries and ensure all required documentation and samples are accurate and complete.
• Recommend disposal routes while ensuring compliance with permits, licenses, and regulation.
• Liaise with Internal and External Chemist teams to coordinate sample analysis and manage waste acceptance processes.
• Liaise with Sales and Operations teams to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Address non-compliance issues, manage pricing, and support administrative tasks such as invoicing and transport bookings and routing.

Requirements:

• Degree or Higher Certificated of Education in Chemistry, Environmental Science or similar, is essential.
• Previous experience working in the waste management industry desirable, but not essential.
• Knowledge and understanding of the waste management process for hazardous materials.
• Excellent experience in Customer Service.
• Full right to live and work in the UK.

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