Chempac Chemist

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: £28,000 - £31,000 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week

Location: Unit D4-D5, Red Scar Industrial Estate

Longbridge Road

Preston

Lancashire

PR2 5NQ

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 Chempac 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; 

• List, package, label, and assess waste containers at customer premises

• Collect and safely transport wastes following road transport regulations and company procedures

• Handle container maintenance including pumping, decanting, and re-drumming leaking containers

• Complete documentation, printing labels, and processing paperwork efficiently to meet customer expectations

• Provide technical expertise and support to customers and company employees

• Maintain stock levels, assist at transfer stations, and supervise dangerous loads

• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations, customer site rules, and maintain company property standards

• Perform additional duties including waste sampling, spillage clearance, and other reasonable tasks as requested by management

• Use of a company vehicle (Van) for business purposes

What we're looking for;

Essential

•  HNC / Degree level  Chemistry or other related field 

•  Excellent Interpersonal Skills 

•  Valid UK Driving Licence 

•  Sound Knowledge of  Waste Legislation 

•  High Level of Literacy  and Numeracy 

•  Ability to work as part  of a team and on their  own initiative

Desirable

• ADR 

• ForkLift License 

• First Aid Qualification

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.