Chemist

Posted on September 9th, 2025

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Type of Job: Permanent

Brightwork have an excellent opportunity for an experienced chemist to join our manufacturing client at their site in North Ayrshire, working on a full-time, permanent basis. 

This role involves delivering high-quality analysis, providing technical expertise, and ensuring compliance with HSE standards while contributing to innovation and safe product introduction.

The Role - Chemist 

- Analyse raw materials, intermediates, and finished products to meet company and customer requirements.

- Provide technical advice on substances, analytical methods, and interpretation of results.

- Develop and validate both energetic and non-energetic materials to meet safety and performance standards.

- Support safe introduction of new and transferred products into manufacturing.

- Contribute technical input to projects, bids, and proposals.

- Ensure compliance with HSE legislation and company procedures.

- Identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement.

The successful candidate

- Degree in Chemistry or related discipline.

- Practical laboratory experience in testing and analysis.

- Knowledge of hazardous materials, COSHH, and analytical techniques.

- Experience with energetic materials and industry standards (MoD/NATO) is desirable.

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

- Proactive approach with commitment to safety and quality.

This role offers a great opportunity to further your experience in a rewarding, fast paced manufacturing environment. 

Brightwork Ltd offers the services of an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.