FCC Environment
Operations Chemist
Operations Chemist at FCC Environment, based in Leeds, Yorkshire, paying £28,527 - £32,500 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £28,527 - £32,500 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Leeds, Yorkshire
- Closing date
- Sector
- Research Scientist
35% below the typical rate for research scientist
Reference 5BECN
About the role
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Operations Chemist
Salary - £28,527 - £32,500 per year (plus bennefits)
Hours - 45 hours per week
Location & Postcode - Leeds, LS9 0PJ
As an Operations Chemist at FCC Environment, you will carry out chemical and physical testing of wastes received for treatment or transfer, along with associated residues and process control samples. You will help ensure wastes are assessed accurately and can be handled and processed safely, while maintaining the appropriate laboratory and waste consignment records.
This vacancy is for a full-time position, working 45 hours per week.
Our promise to you
• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave (full-time working) plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• On the job training and progression
• Recognition scheme
• Refer a friend
• Flexible benefits including high street savings, cycle to work scheme and Gymflex membership, and many more. (Where applicable)
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and the Best Doctors Service via our Wellbeing Platform.
What will you be doing?
• Inspect and test wastes before and upon receipt to confirm their suitability for acceptance and identify appropriate safe handling and processing methods.
• Undertake laboratory-based waste trials using instrumental and wet chemistry methods.
• Carry out waste analyses using a range of appropriate methods.
• Identify appropriate safety and process considerations to ensure wastes are handled safely.
• Maintain and carry out appropriate quality control methods to ensure the accuracy of waste assessments.
• Maintain accurate laboratory and waste records.
• Inspect, verify and complete waste consignment documentation.
• Work as part of a team of chemists within the laboratory.
• Carry out duties safely and comply with relevant safety rules, procedures, regulations and codes of practice.
What are we looking for?
• HNC or degree in Chemistry.
• Industrial experience would be desirable.
• Previous experience of working within a laboratory environment would be preferable.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a small team.
• A customer-focused approach with the confidence to communicate and liaise with people at all levels.
• A flexible attitude towards work.
• The ability to problem-solve and use your own initiative.
• A commitment to completing all required training as defined within the Training Matrix.
About Us
We are FCC Environment, one of the nation’s leading waste and resource management companies. Committed to sustainability, we strive to minimise the amount of waste that ends up in landfill by transforming it into valuable resources wherever possible.
We operate over 200 facilities in England, Scotland and Wales and employ around 4,500 people.
The profile of the UK's recycling and waste management industry has never been higher. We need people who are up for the challenge to help us tackle climate change. We need people with ideas. We need you. Together we will meet the UK’s waste management and energy recovery needs.
FCC Environment are equal opportunities employers, we value diversity, and we are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment.
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Date Posted:
13th November 2026
Job Ref:
FCC - 112006
Type:
Permanent
Status:
Full Time
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