Environmental Consultant

TN United Kingdom; Newbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in Newbury is seeking an Environmental Consultant/Senior Consultant to manage environmental incidents and deliver consultancy projects. The role requires a mix of site and office work, with opportunities for career development and a competitive salary based on experience. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of relevant experience and a degree in a related field.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Private healthcare

Regular training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years relevant industry experience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver rapid response to environmental incidents.
• Conduct desk-based research and prepare site plans.
• Maintain proactive client communication.

Skills

Communication

Organizational

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in a science, environmental, or land-related subject

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

Environmental Consultant/Senior Consultant

RSK Raw, part of the RSK Group, offers an exciting opportunity to join our team in Kingsclere, Newbury, UK. This full-time, permanent position involves a mix of site and office work, focusing on environmental contracting and consultancy projects.

RSK Raw provides multidisciplinary environmental protection and risk reduction services across the UK, specializing in spill response, contamination investigation, and remediation projects.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and deliver rapid response to environmental incidents in urban and rural settings.
• Assess pollution risks proactively and apply techniques for containing and recovering oils or other contaminants.
• Maintain accurate site notes and demonstrate excellent time management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Undertake Phase I and Phase II site investigations.
• Conduct desk-based research and prepare site plans.
• Organize, undertake, and supervise site works.
• Manage subcontractors, ensuring control of financial and health & safety matters.
• Prepare factual and interpretative reports.
• Develop Health and Safety documentation, including method statements and risk assessments.
• Adhere to RSK Raw management systems and safety protocols.
• Control project finances, including invoicing and purchase orders.
• Manage project performance, ensuring high-quality service and delivering commercially focused solutions.
• Maintain proactive client communication, providing regular updates and addressing variances.
• Perform additional tasks as reasonably expected within your capability.

Additional Information:

• Operate a 24/7 spill response service; work outside normal hours may be required with compensation.
• Travel across England, Scotland, and Wales may be necessary.
• Opportunities for collaborative work within the RSK Group.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Minimum 3 years relevant industry experience.
• Degree in a science, environmental, or land-related subject.
• Associate membership of a professional body (desirable).
• Flexible attitude and enthusiasm for the role.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• CSCS card and full UK/EC driving license.

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Flexible benefits, including additional holidays and private healthcare.
• Regular training and career development opportunities.

RSK Group is an equal opportunity employer.

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RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or secondary agencies.