Environmental Field Technician

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Oldham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative consulting firm is seeking an Environmental Field Technician to join their site investigation team in the UK. This role offers exposure to diverse projects and opportunities for professional development, with responsibilities ranging from environmental sample collection to report preparation. A collaborative culture and competitive benefits provide a welcoming environment for early-career professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
• Experience with multimedia sampling desired but not essential.
• Valid UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Collect samples of soil, groundwater, surface water and air.
• Prepare daily and weekly field reports and construction schedules.
• Review field documentation for accuracy.

Skills

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Education

Bachelor's degree in geology, environmental science, or a related field of study

Tools

photoionization detectors

landfill gas meters

GPS

YSI

Job description

Overview

Due to ongoing growth in our UK business, Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for an Environmental Field Technician to join our site investigation & remediation practice, reporting to our office in Delph. You can build your career as you apply your expertise to a diverse range of challenging projects in the contaminated land sector. Geosyntec provides early-career professionals with a collaborative and welcoming culture in which employees can develop skills in the practice areas that they are most passionate about. You will work-both independently and as a part of a larger field support team-with a variety of public and private clients throughout the UK. The position will provide you with the opportunity to expand your professional horizons as you work outdoors, travel, and gain first-hand experience in the field.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Collect samples of soil, groundwater, surface water and air as part of environmental investigations.
• Prepare daily and weekly field reports, construction schedules, and progress reports.
• Review field documentation for accuracy and consistency with company policy and procedures.
• Interact with project personnel (contractors, project managers, engineers, and clients) and assist in cultivating an integrated team approach through open communication.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in geology, environmental science, or a related field of study (preferred)
• Experience operating industry-typical monitoring and data-collection technologies, including but not limited to laptop and handheld computers, photoionization detectors, landfill gas meters, GPS, YSI, and other equipment used in collecting environmental samples. (preferred but not essential)
• Experience with multimedia sampling including soil, water, and air sampling. (preferred)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word software programs. (required)
• Valid UK driving license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)