Salary: £27,404 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week

Location: Bridges Road

Ellesmere Port

Cheshire

CH65 4EQ

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 Laboratory Analyst 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; 

• Working as part of a small team responsible for the efficient and timely lab analysis of a range of pre-acceptance waste chemical samples (techniques include: pH, colorimetry, titration, ICP, XRF, GCMS)

• Recording results with care and reporting to the Laboratory Manager/Commercial Team.

• You will perform daily quality checks of instrumentation and report non-conformities to the Lab Manager.  You will also be responsible for calibration and troubleshooting of the equipment.

• Monitoring environmental parameters around site and provide radiation protection supervision (training provided)

• You will follow SOPs and ensure compliance with site safety standards and proper sample handling procedures

• Collaborate with other departments providing technical support and analytical guidance

What we're looking for;

• Degree / HNC in Chemistry or demonstrable skills obtained within a chemical laboratory. 

• Knowledge and experience of working within the requirements of a COMAH site.                             

• Excellent work ethic with a drive to improve skills. 

• Demonstrated ability to work within a team.

• Radiation Protection Supervisor (Not Essential)  

• Experience of the following techniques would be an advantage: ICP-OES, GCMS, XRF

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.