Environmental Scientist

RSK Raw; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in environmental protection is seeking an Environmental Scientist in Rotherham. The candidate will manage projects, conduct investigations, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Opportunities for training and development are provided, along with a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Increased holidays after 3 and 5 years service

Flexible benefits programme

Private healthcare

Cycle to work Scheme

Electric Vehicle Scheme

Regular training and career development

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ relevant industry experience.
• Ability to work as an effective team member and on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Assist project teams with organisation and execution of projects.
• Conduct soil, air and water sampling & logging.
• Prepare factual and interpretative reports.

Skills

Communication

Organisational

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in environment/land related subject

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

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The Vacancy

Rotherham, UK.

RSK RAW offers multi-disciplinary environmental protection and risk reduction services to a wide range of industries and clients across the UK, and are specialists in the provision of spill response, contamination investigation and remediation projects.

The Vacancy

RSK Raw part of the RSK Group have an exciting opportunity for an Environmental Scientist to join our team in Rotherham, UK.

RSK RAW offers multi-disciplinary environmental protection and risk reduction services to a wide range of industries and clients across the UK, and are specialists in the provision of spill response, contamination investigation and remediation projects.

The Role:

The successful candidate will be required to assist our project teams with the organisation and execution of projects, including the procurement of materials and contractors, site supervision and investigation work, and preparation of reports, whilst ensuring compliance with Company procedures.

Duties and expectations will include, but not be limited to:

• Rapid response to environmental incidents in a variety of urban and rural settings;
• Pro-active assessment of pollution risks to the environment and the application of a variety of techniques for containing and recovering oils or other contaminants of concern;
• Undertaking Phase I and Phase II site investigations;
• Soil, air and water sampling & logging;
• Monitoring and collating data from site works, including monitoring of in-situ remediation systems, air quality, and other parameters;
• Organising, undertaking, and supervising site works;
• Liaising with contractors, client and third parties;
• Preparing factual and interpretative reports
• Preparing cost proposals;
• Preparing Health and Safety documentation, including method statements, risk assessments and site records;
• Adherence to RSK Raw management systems, including site specific and point of work health & safety risk assessments and method statements;
• Maintaining accurate site notes, and excellent time management, organisational and communication skills at all times;
• Maintaining positive relationships with clients and interested parties, including ensuring a high standard of work and presentation;
• Routine care maintenance and/or calibration of equipment and vehicles;
• Stock management;
• To ensure maximum flexibility and to reflect the Company's evolving needs, you may be asked to perform additional tasks that may be reasonably expected within your level of capability without additional remuneration.
  
  
  

Additional information:

• We operate a 24/7 response service for our clients, as such you may be required to work out of normal operating hours, for which you are compensated.
• Although regionally focussed, there will be a need for travel to cover the needs of the business throughout England, Scotland, and Wales.
• The occasional need to stay away from home when required.
• Incident response and tank testing training is provided, and other training and development opportunities will be available.
• There are opportunities available for collaborative working with other Response and Remediation businesses with the RSK Group.
  
  
  

Qualifications/Experience:

• At least 2 years’ relevant industry experience;
• A degree level qualification in an environment/land related subject.
• CSCS card;
• Good literacy and reporting skills;
• Flexible attitude to work;
• Enthusiasm and drive to deliver the requirements of this role;
• The ability to work as an effective member of a team and on your own initiative;
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills; and,
• Full UK/EC driving licence
  
  
  

Additionally, a practical background or experience dealing with spill events, will also be an advantage.

Salary and Benefits:

• Competitive Salary depending on experience.
• Contributory pension scheme
• Increased holidays after 3 and 5 years service.
• A flexible benefits programme, including the option to buy additional holidays and private healthcare
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Regular training and career development
  
  
  

The RSK Group are an equal opportunity employer

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

About Us

RSK Raw is a leading specialist in inland oil spill response and remediation. We have been resolving pollution and oil spills since 1998. Annually, we investigate and remediate more than 600 pollution incidents on domestic and commercial premises. From our 17 offices in the UK and Ireland, we can reach any location on each island within four hours.

RSK Raw teams have unrivalled expertise informed by almost 20 years of delivering specialist technical remediation and inland oil spill response services. Our core business is treating oil spills, remediating affected land, water, and materials for homeowners, developers, contractors, manufacturers, and the insurance sector. In 2016, we won a RoSPA Gold Award. UKSpill named us its domestic responder of the year in 2016 and 2017.

RSK Raw is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?

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