Apprentice Chemist

Salary: £23,796 per annum plus Veolia benefits


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 apprenticeship 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.




25 days of annual leave + Bank Holidays


- Access to our company/people's pension scheme


- Discounts on everything from groceries to well-known retailers


- One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community


- Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential




Apprenticeship Programme;




During this programme, we'll help you develop your practical and behavioural skills and support you in gaining the technical and professional knowledge required for you to succeed in your career.




As well as this, you'll also gain a Degree Level 6/7 Apprenticeship as a Degree Chemist at the Manchester Metropolitan University.




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




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




Support the Commercial team and other departments by assisting - In the booking process, helping to control the scheduling of bulk and packaged waste, responding to customer requests and raising and scheduling work orders.
- The Materials Specialists to raise new opportunities/quotations on Salesforce and be familiar with uploading lists of waste profiles into 'quick loads'
- The relationships with key customers to ensure the correct flow of paperwork and data and be able to transpose this into the format required to meet permit requirements.
- Administrative tasks as required and designated by the Head of Commercial.


- Work closely with the Laboratory to technically assess the suitability of all loads for incineration and approve them accordingly and help coordinate the invoicing of all Lab Analysis charges where appropriate
- Build relationships with colleagues in the wider Hazardous Waste business to gain their trust and respect
- Work closely with site operational staff to understand the constraints and react to ensure the needs of the business are maintained
- Develop knowledge of Radioactive waste assessment to ensure corporate systems are updated to provide legally compliant documentation
- Identify the risks associated with handling different types of hazardous wastes and the processes from which they evolve
- A minimum of 3 A levels grade C or above and English, Maths and Science GCSE at grade 4/C or above


- Full driving licence




If you're successful following this, we'll then invite you to one of our virtual assessment days and a site visit.




Here at Veolia, we're proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer. 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. So no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.
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