At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to deliver sustainable remediation solutions for contaminated land projects.
- Company: Established environmental consultancy with a focus on innovative brownfield redevelopment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, private healthcare, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Clear progression pathway and exposure to complex projects in a growing team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the environment while advancing your career in a supportive setting.
- Qualifications: Degree in Environmental Science or related field; experience in contaminated land is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 32000 - 42000 £ per year.
An established environmental and engineering consultancy is looking to recruit a Remediation Scientist to join its growing contaminated land team in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a wide variety of brownfield redevelopment, infrastructure and industrial projects, delivering practical and sustainable remediation solutions across the UK.
As a Remediation Scientist, you will play a key role in delivering contaminated land and remediation projects from initial site investigation through to remediation and verification. Working within a multidisciplinary environmental team, you will undertake technical assessments, support the design of remediation strategies and oversee remediation works on a variety of brownfield, infrastructure and industrial developments.
The role will involve working on a range of contaminants, including hydrocarbons, heavy metals and emerging contaminants such as PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances). You will contribute to the design and implementation of sustainable remediation solutions, undertake soil and groundwater sampling, review laboratory data and prepare remediation verification reports.
Key Responsibilities:- Assisting with the design and delivery of remediation projects for contaminated land sites
- Preparing remediation strategies, method statements and verification reports
- Interpreting environmental, geological and chemical data
- Supervising remediation works and earthworks on site
- Undertaking soil, groundwater and ground gas sampling where required
- Liaising with contractors, clients and regulatory authorities
- Supporting project delivery, programme management and budget control
- Ensuring all work is carried out in accordance with health, safety and environmental legislation
- Contributing to technical reports and risk assessments
- Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Geology, Geology, Chemistry or a related discipline
- Experience working within contaminated land, remediation or geoenvironmental consultancy
- Knowledge of contaminated land legislation and risk assessment methodologies
- Experience preparing technical reports and interpreting site investigation data
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Full UK driving licence
- Experience supervising remediation contractors on site
- Knowledge of earthworks management and waste classification (WM3)
- Working towards Chartership with a relevant professional institution
- Experience with brownfield redevelopment or large infrastructure projects
- Competitive salary with annual reviews
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Annual bonus scheme
- Private healthcare
- Enhanced pension contribution
- Professional membership fees paid
- Ongoing technical training and Chartership support
- Clear progression pathway within a growing environmental team
- Generous annual leave allowance
This is an excellent opportunity for an environmental professional looking to develop their technical expertise within a supportive consultancy, offering exposure to complex remediation projects, ongoing professional development, and a clear pathway for career progression.
Remediation Scientist employer: Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Join a leading environmental and engineering consultancy in Leeds, where you will thrive in a collaborative and innovative work culture. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, and comprehensive benefits including private healthcare and ongoing professional development. As a Remediation Scientist, you will engage in meaningful projects that contribute to sustainable solutions for contaminated land, all while enjoying a clear pathway for career advancement within our supportive team.
