FAQs
What is the main purpose of the Site Chemist role at Biffa?
The main purpose of the Site Chemist role is to assess hazardous wastes upon their arrival at the site, ensure compliance with health and safety measures, manage site budget and expenditures, and work collaboratively with the team to process and manage waste efficiently and safely.
What qualifications are necessary to apply for the Site Chemist position?
A minimum HND in Chemistry or a similar qualification with significant chemistry content is required. Industrial experience in the chemical or waste industry is preferred, along with supervisory or leadership experience. However, applications from chemistry graduates will also be considered for junior roles.
What types of tasks will the Site Chemist be responsible for?
The Site Chemist will be responsible for receiving chemical waste, ensuring compliance with paperwork, conducting immediate and further laboratory testing, managing material flows and container stocks, assisting with bulking/re-packing of waste, running morning briefings, and ensuring adherence to site compliance and health and safety requirements.
What kind of testing will the Site Chemist perform on incoming waste?
The Site Chemist will perform immediate tests on incoming waste to ensure conformity with paperwork and pre-acceptance criteria. This includes techniques like flash point testing, pH testing, visual checks, odour assessment, and viscosity testing.
What benefits does Biffa offer to its employees?
Biffa offers a competitive salary, ongoing career development and training, a generous pension scheme, retail and leisure discounts, holiday and travel discounts, and a bike to work scheme.
Is there an emphasis on teamwork in the Site Chemist role?
Yes, the Site Chemist is expected to work alongside site operatives and other staff to ensure efficient waste processing and compliance. The role includes coordinating teams and delegating activities to meet production requirements, highlighting the importance of teamwork.
How important is health and safety in the Site Chemist position?
Health and safety are paramount in the Site Chemist position. The role requires strict adherence to compliance and health and safety standards to ensure a safe working environment and proper management of hazardous waste.
Does Biffa encourage diversity and inclusivity within the workplace?
Yes, Biffa is committed to diversity and equality, believing that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds are key to developing a creative working environment that delivers real results.