Technical Assessor - Hazardous Waste and Soil Testing

  • Job Reference: 2712013000-2
  • Date Posted: 8 April 2026
  • Recruiter: Total Waste Recruitment
  • Location: Keynsham, Somerset
  • Salary: £32,000 to £40,000
  • Bonus/Benefits: Pension, Health Plan, Pool, CPD
  • Sector: Manufacturing Operations
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Work Hours: Full Time
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Job Description

HAZARDOUS WASTE TECHNICAL ASSESSOR / SITE CHEMIST REQUIRED
Join a growing and dynamic business within the environmental and waste management sector.

TITLE: Technical Assessor Hazardous Waste and Soil Testing

SALARY: £32,000 £40,000

LOCATION: Bristol and surrounding areas

PREVIOUS ROLES MAY HAVE INCLUDED: Technical Assessor, Site Chemist, TFS Supervisor, Reception Chemist, Technical Coordinator, Transfer Station Chemist, TFS Coordinator, Senior Technical Assessor, Environmental Chemist

ROLE:
Technical Assessor Hazardous Waste & Soil Testing

  • Classification of waste streams in line with WM3 guidance
  • Soil and contaminated land assessment, including sampling and on-site evaluation
  • Data management, interpretation, and technical report writing
  • Determining cost-effective and compliant treatment/disposal routes
  • Pricing, quoting, and technical support to clients
  • Occasional travel to client sites for sampling, auditing, and technical assessment

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

  • Proven experience in hazardous waste assessment, site chemistry, or soil testing
  • Strong understanding of WM3 waste classification (preferred)
  • Background in chemistry or a related scientific discipline (practical experience essential)
  • Experience with contaminated land, soil analysis, or environmental sampling is highly desirable
  • Full UK Driving License required