Construction - Process Engineer

Glanua; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent environmental consultancy in Wakefield is seeking an enthusiastic individual for practical and technical support on wastewater consultancy projects. Responsibilities include operational support, project management, and client relationship management. The ideal candidate should have a relevant degree, at least 2 years of industry experience, and strong communication skills. This role involves field, office, and lab work with travel across the UK. A full clean driver’s license and personal vehicle are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant industry experience.
• Practical experience on industrial or water utility sites.
• Confident communicator in meetings and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Support operational and commissioning consultancy projects.
• Manage all aspects of assigned projects.
• Develop proposals and manage client relationships.

Skills

Project Management

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of water/wastewater chemistry

Problem-solving skills

Education

BSc or BEng in a relevant field

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Application Details

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Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to provide practical and technical support for environmental consultancy projects on commercial, industrial, municipal wastewater and sludge processing projects. You will be contributing to a variety of consultancy project types that will primarily include:

• Operational and Commissioning Support – provide on site and desk based technical process support on operational, commissioning and process consultancy projects as required by the business
• Project Management – managing all aspects of projects assigned to you, including; development of proposals, producing RAMS, managing resources, time, contractors, client relationships and financial aspects of projects assigned to you
• Support QHSE manager with the development, implementation and continued improvement of standard procedures and quality systems
• Business Development – develop a network of existing and new clients and manage client relationships to support business growth strategies

Who We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate would be someone who has gained a degree in a relevant field, with an interest in providing practical solutions to environmental improvement. The candidate should have a minimum of 2 years relevant industry experience. The role will be a combination of field/office/lab based and will involve (including other duties) collection and analysis of samples, interpretation of data, development of scientific reports, presenting findings to clients. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential to quickly develop rapport and earn the trust of our clients. A dynamic approach to problem solving is required, with the ability to think outside of the box to develop bespoke solutions to unique and often complex effluent treatment issues. The candidate must be willing to travel to a range of sites throughout the UK and some projects may involve working away for short periods from time to time.

Essential skills and experience

• Full clean driver’s license and access to their own vehicle is essential
• BSc or BEng (min) in relevant field
• Strong theoretical knowledge in water/wastewater chemistry, microbiology, engineering
• Practical experience of working on industrial sites/water utility sites
• Project Management experience
• Good communicator, coordinating with various teams and to your line manager
• Confident in communicating your ideas to clients and teams through meetings and presentations
• Good awareness of H&S requirements for working on sites (RAMS, permits, inductions)
• Previous experience of customer facing roles in a professional setting
• Developing SOPs
• Good understanding of site engineering (e.g. various types of pumps, mixers, aeration systems, their mechanical function and control philosophies)

Preferable skills and experience

• Developing and undertaking Laboratory methods
• Strong report writing skills
• Business development skills

Sector

• construction

Career Level

• Not Required