Technical Waste Assessor

Elvet Recruitment have been appointed to recruit a Technical Waste Assessor for an established environmental services business based in Middlesbrough.

This role plays a key part in assessing, classifying and routing waste streams, ensuring compliance and supporting customers with accurate technical guidance.

Main duties will include:

• Assessing waste enquiries and gathering all required information, including MSDS and samples
• Interpreting technical data to identify correct treatment or disposal routes, including costs and caveats
• Producing accurate quotes and managing the customer journey from enquiry through to booking and invoicing
• Inputting all required information into internal systems for quoting, transport and acceptance
• Understanding site processing capabilities to ensure correct routing of waste
• Generating consignment notes and Environment Agency returns
• Communicating with customers regarding quotes, scheduling and non‑conformances
• Working closely with Sales, Customer Service and Operations to ensure smooth communication
• Advising on transport, labelling and consignment note requirements
• Ensuring all waste quotes comply with site permits and waste management licences

To be considered, applicants should have:

• Degree in Chemistry or related subject (minimum HNC)
• Strong IT skills and confidence using bespoke systems
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Willingness to learn, develop and contribute to team goals
• Knowledge of WM3 and ability to classify waste
• Understanding of ADR regulations for waste transport
• Working knowledge of waste treatment plants, transfer stations or transport operations
• Good understanding of Health, Safety and Environmental legislation
• Strong numeracy and understanding of business costing

Benefits include:

• Annual company bonus
• Long service awards and employee recognition schemes
• Employee referral bonus
• Attractive pension plan
• Share options
• Retail and lifestyle discount perks
• In‑house and external training, plus apprenticeship routes
• Company healthcare cash plan (dental, physio, online GP and more)
• 30 days holiday including bank holidays, increasing annually for the first three years

Please contact Michael Dufferwiel at Elvet Recruitment to discuss in more detail.