Environmental Consultant (Environmental Planner)

AA Environmental; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic environmental consultancy is seeking enthusiastic Environmental Consultants for their Environmental Planning and Permitting Team in Abingdon, Oxfordshire. The role involves developing planning applications, preparing environmental reports, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field, strong communication skills, and a clean UK/EU driving licence. This position offers competitive salary, training opportunities, and a performance-based bonus.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Training and Continuing Professional Development

Performance-based bonus

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Professional membership fees covered

Use of company vehicles for site visits

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline.
• Willing to travel for site work.
• Holder of a clean UK/EU driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Development of planning applications for mineral and waste developments.
• Preparing high-quality environmental reports and documentation.
• Collaborating with clients, regulators, and internal teams.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Report writing

Attention to detail

Reliability

Self-motivated

Education

Degree in Environmental Science, Planning, Geology, Physical Chemistry, or Geosciences

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

AutoCAD or GIS software

Job description

Overview

Environmental Consultant (Environmental Planner) — Location: Abingdon, Oxfordshire. Company: AA Environmental Limited. Type: Full-time.

AA Environmental Limited is a dynamic and forward-thinking environmental consultancy. We specialise in delivering practical, innovative solutions to complex environmental challenges from National Infrastructure projects to smaller, intricate development sites. Our team is our greatest asset, and we are committed to continuous learning, collaboration, and professional growth.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for two enthusiastic Environmental Consultants to join our Environmental Planning and Permitting Team. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced consultant, this is a fantastic opportunity to work on diverse projects in the minerals and waste sector, helping shape sustainable development across the UK. These roles are primarily based in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, with travel to project sites as needed.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Development of planning applications, primarily for mineral and waste developments
• Preparing high-quality environmental reports and documentation
• Collaborating with clients, regulators, and internal teams
• Conducting site visits and assessments
• Undertake compliance monitoring
• Contributing to the development of sustainable and compliant solutions

What We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from candidates with backgrounds in:

• Environmental Science
• Planning
• Geology
• Physical Chemistry
• Geosciences

You should be:

• Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline
• A strong communicator with excellent report writing skills
• Detail-oriented, reliable, and self-motivated
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Willing and able to travel for site work
• A holder of a clean UK/EU driving licence

Skills That Will Help You Succeed

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience with AutoCAD or other mapping/GIS software
• A proactive, can-do attitude and strong work ethic

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Training and Continuing Professional Development
• Performance-based bonus
• Generous holiday allowance
• Pension scheme
• Professional membership fees covered
• Use of company vehicles for site visits

How to Apply

Please send your CV and you must provide a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role to recuitment(at)aae-ltd.co.uk and ed.brown(at)aae-ltd.co.uk.

Please note: we are unable to offer visa sponsorship at this time.

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