Trainee Site Chemist

Veolia; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 23,000; Full time

Job description

Do you see yourself in an apprentice role?

Trainee Site Chemist

Salary: £23,000.00 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Location: Stewartby (Bedford)

Programme Duration: 4 years

Candidate shortlisting will take place on w/c 31st of March 2025 and 7th of April 2025. Assessment days will take place between 14th and 21st April 2025.

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.

Our traineeship scheme puts you at the forefront of Ecological Transformation, contributing towards our purpose of protecting the planet's natural resources, while supporting the communities we work in.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment in small and big ways, and contribute towards our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you:

1. 25 days of annual leave
2. Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
3. Access to our company pension scheme
4. Discounts on everything from groceries to well-known retailers
5. One paid day’s leave every year to volunteer and support your community
6. Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
7. 24-hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household

Training and development:

This is a fantastic opportunity for any sixth-form student who wants to achieve a Degree in Chemistry while gaining hands-on experience and earning money.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to embark on a four-year Diploma Course and/or a Bachelor's Degree with Open University, which will be fully funded by Veolia. This will include a weekly day release to study, a week in the Summer to attend the Open University Campus, and the full support and resources required to complete this qualification.

Full internal training will also be provided on various aspects of site operations, including health and safety, environmental protection, and waste regulations.

With many of our colleagues starting as trainees, you'll receive full support and guidance from everyone throughout.

By the end of your traineeship, you'll have received industry-standard training and attained qualifications that will enable you to progress and reach your full potential.

What you'll be doing:

1. List, package and label wastes chemicals at customer sites initially under supervision of a Chempac Chemist to begin with and then independently as training is carried out
2. Assess drums and their contents at customer premises
3. Collect wastes from customer sites and ensure the safe transportation of wastes by following road transport and special waste regulations and all company procedures. After passing internal training courses
4. Pump, decant and re-drum rusty or leaking containers after suitable training
5. Maintain adequate stock levels of routine supplies on allocated company vehicle
6. Ensure good customer relations and obey customer site rules
7. Responsibility to maintain company property to a good standard
8. Swift return of all lists, receipts and transport paperwork with the minimum of delay
9. Perform other reasonable duties as requested by the manager
10. Complete degree course and other training as required by job role to become a fully independent Chempac Chemist

What we're looking for:

1. A minimum of A-Level in Chemistry or equivalent.
2. Full driver's licence
3. Willingness to travel with occasional short stays away from home
4. Good communication and interpersonal skills
5. Good time management and organisational skills
6. Ability to work as part of a team
7. Willingness to learn
8. Passion in chemistry and science

We reserve the right to close applications earlier than expected if we receive an exceptionally high volume of submissions. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

What's next?

Before we can consider your application further, you'll need to complete a couple of short, gamified assessments. If you're successful following this, we'll then invite you to one of our virtual assessment days and a site visit.

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation and Highly Commended as a workplace for 55+.

This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.