Environmental Technician / Invasive Species Technician - Manchester - £28,000+ + Benefits

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and fuel card

28 days annual leave including bankhol

Job summary

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists is seeking a practical Environmental Technician in Manchester. The role is hands-on and outdoors, supporting vegetation management and remediation projects across the UK, with full training provided and opportunities to travel.

Candidates should have a full UK driving licence, be physically fit and able to travel, and work well in a small team. NVQ Level 2 or equivalent is preferred and a driving stint is required.

Qualifications

• Candidate must hold a minimum NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification.
• Must have legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out herbicide treatments to invasive plant species, with training provided.
• Cutting, clearing and processing vegetation.
• Supporting mechanical remediation and groundworks projects.
• Assisting with installation of root barriers and site-based solutions.
• Operating site machinery such as dumpers and excavators, subject to training.
• Travelling to sites across the UK, with occasional overnight stays.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Strong work ethic

Good communication

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Physical fitness

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent (UK)

Scottish NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Tools

CSCS card

PA1/PA6 spraying qualifications

Chainsaw/woodchipper experience

Job description

Employer:

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists

Location:

Manchester, North West, M1

Pay:

£28,000 to £28,000 per year,

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

07/11/2026

About this job

• Manchester - £28,000+ + Benefits Working Hours: Monday to Friday, typically 07:30–17:00 The Job: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a practical and motivated Environmental Technician to join a growing specialist environmental services business.

This is a hands on, varied role suited to someone who enjoys working outdoors, travelling to different locations and working as part of a close-knit team.

You will support a range of environmental, vegetation management and remediation projects across the UK, with full training provided.

The role would suit candidates from a variety of backgrounds, including environmental services, agriculture, landscaping, groundworks, construction, forestry, vegetation management or general site operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out herbicide treatments to invasive plant species, with training provided


• Cutting, clearing and processing vegetation


• Supporting mechanical remediation and groundworks projects


• Assisting with the installation of root barriers and other site-based solutions


• Operating site machinery such as dumpers and excavators, subject to training and competency


• Working safely around sensitive environmental and wildlife areas


• Communicating professionally with clients, contractors and other site personnel


• Maintaining high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance


• Travelling to sites across the UK, with occasional overnight stays

The Candidate

• Full UK driving licence


• Strong work ethic and reliable approach


• Good communication and interpersonal skills


• Ability to work effectively as part of a team


• Willingness to travel and stay away from home when required


• Physically fit and comfortable carrying out manual work in all weather conditions


• Professional attitude when working on client sites

Desirable

• CSCS card


• PA1, PA6 or PA6AW spraying qualifications


• Experience in vegetation management, landscaping, agriculture, forestry, groundworks or construction


• Basic knowledge of site machinery


• Chainsaw or woodchipper experience


• SSSTS or SMSTS


• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification


• Banksman or CAT & Genny training


• Interest in environmental management or invasive species

The Package

• Salary from £28,000+, depending on experience - 28 days' annual leave including bank holidays, increasing with length of service


• Two additional paid wellbeing days per year


• Company vehicle and fuel card - £1,000 annual personal training budget


• Paid accommodation when working away


• Food allowances covering breakfast, lunch and evening meals when working away


• Monday to Friday working pattern


• Full training and opportunities to develop additional qualifications


• Supportive team environment and long-term career development

The role involves working across a wide variety of sites, including development projects, private estates, heritage locations, countryside and environmentally sensitive areas.

Every project is different, providing the opportunity to develop experience across environmental management, vegetation control, remediation and site operations.

Please note: Due to the nature of the work and client requirements, random drug and alcohol testing may be undertaken by the company or third parties.

Candidate Requirements All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for.

Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.

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