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CK Group

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United Kingdom , Darlington

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Job Description:

CK Group are recruiting for a Hazardous Waste Managing Chemist to join a Waste Management company at their site based in Darlington on a full time, permanent basis, for a salary dependent on experience.

Job Responsibility:

  • Managing a team of chemists
  • Sampling and laboratory testing of waste
  • Stock control
  • Spill response
  • Supporting the Commercial function
  • Accepting/dispatch of waste
  • Packing work

Requirements:

  • HNC/HND/BSc/MChem/MSc in Chemistry
  • Experience of working in the hazardous waste industry
  • Willingness to work outdoors in potentially all weather conditions
  • Entitlement to work in the UK is essential

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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