We are recruiting for a Waste Manager, whose responsibility will be to manage the waste across the processes we operate.
Duties will involve:
1. Ensure all packaged process waste, including contaminated containers are stored, managed and disposed of in accordance with UK legislation and EA requirements.
2. Liaise with QC on analysis of waste and interpret results of waste streams to ensure accuracy of labelling and documentation to determine the most cost-effective waste disposal route.
3. Liaise with Research and Development in the discussion of waste streams being generated for new products/projects and the reduction in waste for current processes.
4. Create safety data sheets for waste streams as required in EXESS (Lisam).
5. Continually review offsite waste disposal companies to ensure they meet all aspects of the 'Duty of Care' regulations.
6. Arrange the preparation of waste streams and untreated containers for off-site disposal, to minimise haulage costs, maximise volume and minimise cost.
7. Ensure compliance with Packaging Waste and Dangerous Goods Transport regulations, consulting our DGSA, as required.
8. Produce quarterly waste returns and submit to the Environment Agency.
9. Manage the quarterly budgets to accommodate off-site waste disposal.
10. Manage on-site solvent incineration.
11. Arrange pre-sample acceptance and consignment notes for externally received solvent waste.
12. Actively participate in activities/audits to maintain the company EMS (ISO14001) and IPPC authorisation.
Skills required:
1. Ability to communicate with multiple departments at all levels.
2. Ability to prioritise and manage conflicting workload demands.
3. Ability to use Excel, Word, and PowerPoint to an excellent level.
Education, training and experience:
Essential:
1. BSc Chemistry degree.
2. Knowledge of Duty of Care Regulations.
3. At least 2 years' experience in a waste management or chemical industry.
Desirable:
1. CIWM (Chartered Institute of Waste Management) endorsed qualifications and/or working towards chartered status.
2. Membership of WAMITAB (Waste Management Industry Training & Advisory Board).
Salary dependant on experience. Hours of work are 8.45 am - 4.30 pm on site, a 36.25 hour week. 25 days holiday (plus all UK bank holidays), free life assurance cover and generous paid sick scheme (both after a qualifying period). We also provide access to a stakeholder pension scheme, a voluntary employee medical cash benefit plan and an employee assistance programme. #J-18808-Ljbffr