Enitial currently have an opportunity for a Trainee Environmental Technician (Chemist) working within our Field Services Team. The ideal candidate to be based in or near to the East Midlands - Derby/Burton/Notts.
This role will be split cross-functionally across Enitial service areas of water, construction and compliance.
The role requires daily travel to sites across the region and outdoor working. Often working autonomously, the ideal candidate will often take responsibility for managing their own hours, working flexibly to ensure all work requirements are completed fully.
Key Accountabilities:
Conduct routine environmental monitoring across our three service areas of Water, Construction and Compliance in accordance with company protocols, quality assurance requirements and our client's contract specifications.
Core responsibilities include but are not limited to: environmental monitoring of ground gas, groundwaters, surface waters and leachate in a landfill environment; agricultural soil sampling; performing the receipt and analysis of tankered trade and domestic waste loads at wastewater treatment works; conduct routine checks and maintenance of environmental control systems and infrastructure.
- Full UK Driving License (essential)Passion for working outdoors and prepared to work in all weathers (essential)Bachelors degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Chemistry or similar (desirable)Working knowledge in either the water or waste industry or previous experience in environmental monitoring are advantageous, however required training shall be provided.
- Proven track record in problem solving and being proactive.
- Ability to work autonomously and manage own time proficiently.
- Exemplary communication with colleagues, clients and stakeholders.
- Ability to work flexibly through a combination of shift work (7am-5pm), and self-regulated working hours ensuring workload is effectively completed.
- Able to work weekends, travel and overnight stays away from home on occasion.
