Environmental Permitting Lead – Water Projects

Anglian Water Services; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent water utility provider is seeking an Environmental Permitting Specialist in Huntingdon. You will negotiate wastewater authorisations with regulatory agencies and provide expert environmental advice. Key responsibilities include tracking permits and advising on regulatory requirements for capital schemes. A degree in environmental science or related field is essential, along with relevant permitting experience. This role offers a competitive salary around £41,000 and various employee benefits, including a pension scheme and private healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Private healthcare

Annual bonus scheme

26 days holiday

Life cover

Flexible benefits

Free parking

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Experience in compliance data review/assessment required.
• Relevant permitting/compliance experience is essential.
• Familiarity with environmental permits and compliance frameworks is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate discharge and waste permits to enable AMP/local schemes.
• Provide expert environmental advice and track permit applications.
• Advise on regulatory requirements for capital schemes.

Skills

Strong stakeholder skills

Skilled negotiator

Clear customer service ethos

Excellent written and oral communication

Education

Degree in environmental science/water regulation

Job description

A prominent water utility provider is seeking an Environmental Permitting Specialist in Huntingdon. You will negotiate wastewater authorisations with regulatory agencies and provide expert environmental advice. Key responsibilities include tracking permits and advising on regulatory requirements for capital schemes. A degree in environmental science or related field is essential, along with relevant permitting experience. This role offers a competitive salary around £41,000 and various employee benefits, including a pension scheme and private healthcare.