Air Quality Team Lead - Emissions & MCERTS Expert

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Air Quality Team Leader to manage project delivery and mentor junior consultants. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in stack testing and emissions monitoring, as well as MCERTS Level 2 certification. This permanent role offers competitive salary, benefits, and career progression opportunities, including hybrid and flexible working options.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Private healthcare

Annual bonus

CPD funding

25+ days holiday plus bank holidays

Clear career progression

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in air quality consultancy or stack testing.
• MCERTS Level 2 qualification (TE1 or TE2 essential).
• Strong knowledge of industrial emissions monitoring and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven leadership and client management skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of consultants and technicians.
• Managing stack emissions monitoring and compliance testing projects.
• Overseeing MCERTS monitoring in line with TE1/TE2 requirements.
• Preparing, reviewing, and signing off technical reports.
• Building and maintaining client relationships across multiple sectors.
• Mentoring junior staff and supporting professional development.

Skills

Air quality consultancy experience

Stack testing

Client management

Leadership

Environmental monitoring knowledge

Education

Degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, or related subject

Job description

A leading environmental consultancy in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Air Quality Team Leader to manage project delivery and mentor junior consultants. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in stack testing and emissions monitoring, as well as MCERTS Level 2 certification. This permanent role offers competitive salary, benefits, and career progression opportunities, including hybrid and flexible working options.