Environmental Technician - Energy From Waste

Astute People; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern energy company in Bedfordshire is seeking an Environmental Technician to ensure environmental compliance at their Energy from Waste Power Station. The successful applicant will manage the Environmental Management System, prepare environmental reports, and collaborate with operational teams to maintain compliance with regulations. Candidates should ideally have a degree in Environmental Science or extensive relevant experience. The role offers a competitive salary, bonus, and a contributory pension.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company Bonus

Contributory pension

Opportunity to work on a new Energy from Waste plant

Qualifications

• At least three years in a similar Environmental / Compliance position is required.
• Extensive work experience without a degree will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the Environmental Management System (EMS).
• Prepare and support environmental reporting with specialist software.
• Ensure site compliance with Environmental Permit conditions.
• Coordinate with maintenance on Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems.
• Oversee third-party contractors for emissions testing.
• Conduct routine site inspections and internal audits.
• Administer sampling schedules for laboratory reporting.

Skills

Environmental Compliance

Microsoft Office Suite

Analysis & Interpretation of Technical Procedures

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or similar

Auditor qualification

IOSH or NEBOSH qualification

Job description

Astute's Power Team are looking for an Environmental Technician to join a large, modern Energy from Waste Power Station located in Bedfordshire. The facility, which is now in full time operation, provides a vital outlet for the sustainable disposal of over 545,000 tonnes of residual waste per year and will generate over 60 megawatts of low carbon energy – enough electricity to meet the needs of over 112,500 homes.

The successful applicant will provide support to the facility, ensuring environmental compliance inline with company policies & environmental legislation.

If you are interested and have the right skillset then please apply.

Responsibilities and duties of the Environmental Technician role

• Assist in the development, implementation and ongoing maintenance of the Environmental Management System (EMS), including management of ISO 14001 certification and surveillance audits.
• Prepare and support environmental reporting using specialist software, covering emissions to air, land and water in line with Environment Agency requirements.
• Work collaboratively with Operations teams to ensure the site remains fully compliant with Environmental Permit conditions and applicable environmental legislation and guidance.
• Support the EC&I team by coordinating with maintenance and service providers on Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) and Computer Data Acquisition Systems (CDAS), ensuring compliance with BS EN 14181.
• Oversee and support third‑party contractors carrying out periodic emissions testing and CEMS calibration activities.
• Carry out routine site inspections and internal environmental audits and support the investigation and reporting of environmental incidents.
• Assist with the administration of sampling schedules and laboratory reporting for Incinerator Bottom Ash (IBA) and Air Pollution Control Residue (APCR).

Professional qualifications

• Ideally qualified with a degree in Environmental Science or a similar field.
• Candidates with extensive work experience will also be considered.
• It would be advantageous to hold an Auditor qualification.
• As would an IOSH or NEBOSH qualification.

Personal skills

• At least three years in a similar Environmental / Compliance position.
• Competent working with MS Office Suite.
• Able to read, analyse and interpret technical procedures & government regulations.

Salary and benefits

• A competitive salary.
• Company Bonus.
• A contributory pension.
• Opportunity to work on one of the newest Energy from Waste plants in the UK.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone; however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.