Process Chemist

Process Chemist – Redruth, Cornwall – Permanent
💰 Pay: £30 000- £40 000 + Benefits
📍 Location: Redruth, Cornwall – Site based
🕒 Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
📅 Start: Flexible for the right person

Are you a process chemist with a passion for innovation and renewable energy? Ready to play a key role in Cornwall’s journey to net zero? This could be your opportunity to help shape the future of sustainable lithium production.

Carrington Wood is proud to be supporting our client, as they enter the next phase of development at their site, including the commissioning of a cutting-edge lithium demonstration plant.

What You’ll Be Doing:

✔ Operating and optimising lithium extraction processes in both laboratory and plant settings
✔ Contributing to the design, development, and scale-up of lithium recovery technology
✔ Managing laboratory processes, including analysis and reporting
✔ Supporting the commissioning and refinement of the lithium demonstration plant
✔ Assisting in the design and future construction of a commercial-scale lithium facility
✔ Working with power plant staff to address corrosion and scaling challenges
✔ Ensuring health, safety, and environmental best practice in all operations

What We’re Looking For:

💡 Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field
💡 Experience in extractive or process chemistry (lithium or similar highly desirable)
💡 Strong understanding of chemical interactions, with the ability to adapt and optimise processes
💡 Knowledge of risk assessment techniques and commitment to HSE standards
💡 Familiarity with the development of new technical processes in a fast-paced environment
💡 Ability to work to tight deadlines and budgets

Desirable:
✨ Experience with Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) methods such as ion-exchange or adsorption
✨ Corrosion and scaling knowledge
✨ A keen interest in renewable energy and Cornwall’s transition to net zero by 2030

Why You’ll Love This Role:

✅ Be part of a pioneering project at the forefront of the UK’s green energy sector
✅ Play a hands-on role in shaping the future of sustainable lithium production
✅ Opportunity to work within a collaborative and innovative team
✅ Competitive salary and benefits package
✅ Site-based role in one of Cornwall’s most exciting renewable energy projects

📅 Apply now for a confidential chat about this Process Chemist role in Cornwall.

Carrington Wood is a specialist recruitment consultancy supporting organisations across Cornwall, Devon, and the wider South West. We recruit across Finance, Administration, HR, Customer Service, and Business Development on both a temporary and permanent basis.