Chemist

Owen Daniels Consultancy

Posted 15 days ago, valid for 22 days

Rossendale, Lancashire BB4 5BH, England

£25,000 - £45,000 per annum

Full Time

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Site ChemistContract Role (Inside IR35) Lancashire I am working with a leading Aerospace company who is looking for a site chemist to join the team on a contractual basis. You will manage chemicals and their use according to rules and regulations, like COSHH, to ensure safety and compliance. Ensure that all staff and contractors are trained/ understand how to dispose of chemical waste effectively. You will also support and train the new permanent chemist as and when they join the business. Site Chemist Responsibilities will include:

NDT
- Disposal of waste chemicals safely, co-ordinate with local authorities for monitoring fume scrubbers.
- Assist with chemical analysis and preparation.
Water Treatment Plant
- Check plant daily for pH and flow.
- Maintain equipment and replace as needed.
- Coordinate with Utilities for effluent monitoring.
Coolants
- Daily checks and adjustments on coolant system.
- Maintain waste coolant system.
- Conduct bacteria checks and treatment.
- Keep records of coolant usage and machine maintenance.
Waste Disposal
- Dispose of hazardous waste safely and legally.
- Manage waste collection and disposal.
- Register site for hazardous waste production.
- Record landfill waste and recycled materials.
Hazardous Materials
- Assess and manage hazardous materials.
- Maintain safety data sheets.
REACH
- Represent the company on REACH regulations.
- Respond to customer inquiries on REACH.
- Coordinate with suppliers on REACH compliance.
- Address REACH implications for new processes.

Legionella Control
- Coordinate with contractors for Legionella control.
- Run taps weekly to minimize risk.

Site ChemistEssentials Experience/ Qualifications/ Skills

Extensive experience of coolant management systems and environmental waste streams
Strong knowledge of COSHH and REACH guidelines
Strong knowledge of chemical analysis and reporting
Knowledge of legal, local authority & regulatory health and safety requirements

All applicants must have full right to work in the UK, sponsorship will not be provided