Environmental Monitoring Manager in Loughborough

Overview

Environmental Monitoring Manager.

At Tarmac, who you are matters.

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Monitoring Manager to join our Land and Natural Resources team.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead environmental monitoring activities to the highest standards across UK operations.

As the Environmental Monitoring Manager, you will lead a nationally dispersed team of environmental monitoring professionals, oversee the collection, management and reporting of environmental data, and work with operational teams, regulators and specialist contractors to ensure monitoring programmes meet planning permissions, environmental permits, operating licences and regulatory requirements while driving best practice and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Environmental Monitoring Technicians and a Data Management Technician, fostering a positive, high‑performing and safety‑focused culture.
• Manage the collection, validation and reporting of environmental monitoring data, ensuring information is accurate, complete and recorded within company monitoring systems.
• Ensure environmental reports and regulatory submissions are produced and delivered within statutory timescales.
• Develop and implement monitoring programmes that meet operational, permitting and compliance requirements.
• Review monitoring protocols and standards to align with industry best practice and regulatory guidance.
• Manage and audit external monitoring contractors and laboratory partners to ensure quality, consistency and value for money.
• Oversee the maintenance and performance of monitoring equipment, ensuring compliance with manufacturer recommendations and operational requirements.
• Lead the production and submission of annual environmental reports for permitted landfill operations.
• Investigate monitoring‑related permit non‑compliances and coordinate timely corrective actions.
• Manage monitoring budgets and ensure costs are appropriately tracked and allocated.
• Maintain safe systems of work, risk assessments and monitoring procedures supporting high levels of health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Build strong relationships with site managers, operational teams, permitting specialists, regulators, consultants and other key stakeholders to achieve successful environmental outcomes.

Qualifications

• A degree in an environmental discipline or equivalent technical knowledge of contaminant migration, hydrogeology, hydrology and landfill gas systems.
• Chartered membership, or working towards chartered status, with a relevant professional body.
• Significant experience in environmental monitoring, particularly groundwater, surface water and landfill gas monitoring programmes.
• Proven experience leading, developing and managing technical teams.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex environmental data, identify trends and proactively address issues.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a coaching‑led leadership approach.
• Experience working with environmental databases, Excel and other data management and reporting systems.
• Knowledge of environmental permits, planning permissions and regulatory compliance frameworks.
• A continuous improvement mindset with willingness to embrace innovation and more efficient ways of working.
• Ability to prioritise, work under pressure and consistently deliver against deadlines.
• A self‑motivated, team‑oriented approach with a strong commitment to safety, sustainability and operational excellence.

Benefits and Culture

• Bonus scheme.
• Enhanced holiday entitlement.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers and holidays.
• Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice.
• Access to join our Employee Communities (nine communities including REACH: Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause).
• Training and development opportunities.

About Us

Tarmac is committed to being a Forces‑friendly employer.

If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.

We’re proud to be part of CRH and an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.

If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Ready to build your future? Click “Apply” to get started. Note: roles may close early due to high interest.

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