Emission Monitoring Technician

Penguin Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Extra annual leave

Birthday day off

Team socials

Skills training

Career progression

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment is seeking an Air Quality Monitoring Technician in Manchester to join a specialist team. You will conduct ambient and indoor air quality monitoring, odour surveys, and emissions assessments, while coordinating projects and liaising with clients. A driving licence and willingness to travel UK-wide are essential.

The role offers practical training, career development, and the chance to work with a leading environmental consultancy in the North West.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification (A Level or NVQ) required or desirable.
• Experience in environmental monitoring is desirable but training will be provided.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills are essential.
• Strong communication and proactive problem-solving approach.
• Practical mindset with ability to use common on-site monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ambient air quality monitoring using passive and continuous methods.
• Perform indoor air quality monitoring and field odour surveys.
• Undertake bioaerosol monitoring and industrial emissions characterisation.
• Manage and deliver monitoring projects with client liaison and logistics.
• Produce high-quality documentation such as lab chain of custody forms and technical reports.
• Travel across the UK including overnight stays.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

On-site monitoring tools

Microsoft Office

Driving licence

UK travel

Education

Level 3 qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Air Quality Monitoring Technician

Overview

Are you an enthusiastic and practical individual with a passion for environmental monitoring? We are seeking a dedicated Air Quality Monitoring Technician to join our specialist team in Manchester. As one of the largest independent air quality consultancies in the north-west, we offer a dynamic and supportive environment where you can contribute to impactful projects and play a key role in the future development of the business.

Responsibilities

As an Air Quality Monitoring Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Conducting ambient air quality monitoring using passive and continuous automatic methods.
• Performing indoor air quality monitoring.
• Undertaking field odour assessments and source-specific measurements.
• Carrying out bioaerosol monitoring and industrial emissions characterisation.
• Managing and delivering monitoring projects, including client liaison and logistical planning.
• Producing high-quality documentation, such as laboratory chain of custody forms and technical reports.

Qualifications

To excel in this role, you should possess the following:

• A minimum qualification of Level 3 (A Level or NVQ).
• Practical experience in environmental monitoring (desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided).
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication abilities and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• A practical mindset with the ability to use common tools for commissioning on-site monitoring equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• A full driving licence and access to a personal vehicle for work purposes.
• Willingness to travel throughout the UK, including overnight stays.

Day-to-Day Duties

Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Conducting ambient, indoor, and industrial emissions monitoring.
• Completing field odour surveys.
• Calibrating, managing, and maintaining sampling and laboratory equipment.
• Liaising with clients, suppliers, and consultants.
• Managing multiple projects and monitoring campaigns.
• Travelling across the UK with occasional overnight stays.

Benefits

We value our team members and offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary.
• Bonus scheme based on personal and company performance.
• Up to five extra days of annual leave per year based on tenure.
• Your birthday off work.
• Fully funded quarterly team social events.
• Investment in skills and training to support personal development.
• Opportunities to contribute to the growth and progression of the company.