Environmental Field Technician

SOCOTEC Group; Doncaster; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday (option to buy more)

Electric car scheme (where applicable)

Employee recognition programmes

Family-friendly support

Retail discounts

Employee assistance programmes

Enhanced company pension

Job summary

SOCOTEC Group is hiring an Environmental Field Technician to support our Environment & Safety division. You will conduct daily sampling, monitoring, and environmental testing across UK sites, including travel to railway and non-railway locations.

Full training provided; ideal for someone seeking an entry‑level role with a clear path to growth. You will work independently or as part of a team, ensuring sample integrity and safety at all times, with strong communication to clients and colleagues.

Qualifications

• A science-based qualification and full UK driving licence.
• Strong organisational, communication and IT skills.
• Ability to work safely across varied and safety-critical sites.
• Clean full UK driving licence is essential.
• Flexible in working and positive attitude.
• Able to follow set methods and use own initiative.
• IT literate, especially with handheld devices.
• Self-motivated to work alone or in a team and meet deadlines.
• Pass Sentinel Medical and Network Rail PTS certificate (to be arranged by company).

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily sampling and monitoring activities at sites across the UK, with regular travel.
• Undertake sampling and monitoring for railway and non-railway clients.
• Ensure sample integrity from collection to laboratory receipt.
• Carry out various water and environmental sampling activities.
• Perform Legionella and environmental testing as required.
• Prepare technical reports detailing site observations and laboratory results.
• Complete water monitoring logbooks and site visit reports accurately.
• Maintain safe working environments and communicate faults to clients.

Skills

Science-based qualification

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

IT skills

Safety-conscious

UK driving licence

Flexible working

Ability to follow procedures

IT literacy with handheld devices

Self-motivated

Sentinel Medical readiness

PTS certificate training (to arranged)

Education

Science-based qualification

Job description

• Department: CEN-SNO - Environmental Compliance - North
• Business Unit: Environmental

Company Description

About Environment & Safety
SOCOTEC’s Environment and Safety team provides expert environmental, health and safety consultancy and compliance services that help organisations manage risk, protect people and safeguard the environment. Our services include environmental monitoring and consultancy, water safety and hygiene solutions with Legionella risk assessments and water system management, fire safety consultancy and inspections, occupational hygiene assessments and workplace exposure monitoring, and specialist advisory support on regulatory and sustainability challenges. We use industry-leading tools and science-based approaches to deliver accurate data, practical guidance and innovative solutions that ensure compliance with UK legislation, minimise environmental impact and create healthier, safer workplaces for clients

What's in it for you?
Your expertise deserves recognition. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more), an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition programmes, family-friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension. SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

Job Description

Environmental Field Technician

Are you interested in environmental monitoring and water sampling? This could be your opportunity to excel as an Environmental Field Technician, playing a vital role in supporting SOCOTEC’s continued success.

As SOCOTEC grows, so do our teams. We’re looking for a dedicated Environmental Field Technician to join our Environment & Safety division and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.

We are seeking a proactive, reliable and flexible Environmental Field Technician to join our Water and Environment team. This is an entry‑level position, with full training provided. The role involves carrying out daily sampling and monitoring activities across a wide range of UK sites, including railway and non‑railway locations, with regular travel required. You’ll need to be comfortable working independently, maintaining sample integrity, recording accurate site observations and communicating effectively with clients. A positive attitude, good communication skills, physical fitness for on‑site work and a strong commitment to health and safety are essential to succeed in this role.

The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):

• Carry out daily sampling and monitoring activities at sites across the UK, involving regular travel and the collection and delivery of samples to our laboratories for testing.
• Undertake sampling and monitoring activities for both railway and non‑railway clients.
• Ensure sample integrity is maintained from the point of collection through to receipt at the laboratory.
• Carry out trade effluent, microbiological water and environmental water sampling.
• Undertake Legionella temperature monitoring and compliance inspections.
• Complete environmental compliance sampling and monitoring activities.
• Work safely on safety‑critical client sites, following all relevant health and safety procedures.
• Identify and communicate any faults or issues to clients, both verbally and in writing.
• Record detailed site observations in line with current guidelines, legislation and industry best practice.
• Assist with laboratory analysis and testing activities when required.
• Prepare technical reports detailing site observations, laboratory results and relevant advice and guidance for clients.
• Complete water monitoring logbooks, site visit reports and associated documentation accurately.
• Undertake on‑site testing and manual handling activities as required.
• Maintain a safe working environment, avoiding hazards to yourself, colleagues and clients.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties requested by the employer.

Qualifications

To be a successful Environmental Field Technician, you should be able to demonstrate:

• A science‑based qualification and full UK driving licence
• Strong organisational, communication and IT skills
• Ability to work safely across varied and safety‑critical sites
• It is essential that candidates hold a clean full UK driving licence
• The candidate should be flexible in their working and have a positive attitude
• Be able to follow set methods and procedures, in addition to being able to use own initiative
• Be IT literate particularly with regard to the use of hand held devices
• Be self‑motivated to work alone or as part of a team and to work to deadlines
• Pass a Sentinel Medical and Network Rail Personal Track Safety (PTS) certificate to arranged by the company

Additional Information

Why SOCOTEC?

Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we're not just delivering services - we're shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation.

What sets us apart? Our people. We've built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.

In this role, you won't just be another employee – you'll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry's finest professionals.

Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines – all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.

Work Your Way

Local, national, or global projects. Office‑based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.

Committed to Your Growth

From day one, you'll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs. We support every step of your professional journey. #YouGrowWeGrow

Think you've got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.