Our client is a leading Australian environmental services company specialising in the safe treatment of hazardous chemical waste. They are committed to safety, sustainability and developing their people. Based in Western Sydney, this is a great opportunity to join a supportive team and build a long-term career.
About the role
This is not your typical laboratory position. This is a hands-on role in a warehouse environment, not a traditional lab position. You’ll work with a wide range of industrial chemicals, learning from experienced chemists and operators. Your main focus will be safely identifying, classifying and preparing chemicals for treatment. We’re looking for someone with a positive attitude, strong work ethic and a genuine willingness to learn. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
Duties
- Sort and classify incoming packaged chemical waste
- Assist with identifying unknown chemicals through testing procedures
- Safely handle, decant and prepare chemicals for disposal
- Pack laboratory chemicals for destruction
- Work closely with operators,
drivers and site personnel to ensure safe chemical handling
- Follow strict safety procedures and wear PPE including respirators, chemical suits and face shields where required
- Assist with general warehouse and manual handling duties
Skills & experience
- Degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline
- Positive attitude with a willingness to learn
- Comfortable working in PPE and a warehouse environment
- Physically capable of manual handling tasks
- Previous warehouse, manufacturing, retail or hospitality experience and forklift license will be highly regarded
- Knowledge of safe chemical handling is advantageous but not essential
Advantages
- Excellent entry point into the chemical and environmental industry
- Full training and ongoing mentoring provided
- Genuine opportunities for long-term career growth
- Exposure to a diverse range of chemicals and industrial processes
- Join an organisation committed to safety, learning and career development