Chemist
- Process, treat, repackage and prepare chemical waste materials for dispatch at a waste management facility.
- Inspect, sample, classify and test materials, while maintaining accurate records and required documentation.
- Support safe site operations, small-scale treatment trials and compliance with chemical handling and disposal requirements.
About the role:
- Short term casual contract position based in Melbourne’s western suburbs, starting as soon as possible.
- Hands‑on role within a waste management facility involving routine processing and handling of chemical waste streams.
- Monday to Friday, 6am to 2pm
- Candidates must be comfortable with manual handling, working in an operational environment and wearing a respirator.
About your duties:
- Handling and processing a variety of chemical materials, including routine treatment and repackaging activities
- Carrying out inspections, sampling, basic assessments and classification of materials
- Assisting with day‑to‑day operational tasks related to material handling, storage, transport and general site activities
- Preparing materials for dispatch and ensuring all documentation and safety requirements are met
- Supporting small‑scale trials or evaluations to determine suitable processing or treatment methods
- Communicating with internal and external stakeholders to support compliance with relevant standards and guidelines
- Using laboratory equipment to perform basic testing and maintain accurate records
About you:
- A degree in Chemistry or equivalent
- Experience working with hazardous or waste chemicals
- Background in wastewater treatment, chemical fixation or stabilization processes
- Strong attention to detail with excellent record‑keeping in regulated environments
- Solid understanding of chemical legislation, safe handling, storage and disposal practices
Apply!
If you think this could be the role for you then please apply now! Please send us a cover letter AND a detailed resume in WORD format (PDFs can be corrupted / not processed).
Or, if you have any questions, please contact Priyanka on ************.
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