Graduate Contaminated Land Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Diverse projects

Mentorship

Career progression

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Graduate Contaminated Land Engineer to start your career in contaminated land and environmental remediation at our Exeter office.

This entry-level role offers hands-on experience on site investigations, soil sampling and remediation projects, with excellent training and clear career progression.

Qualifications

• A degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Environmental Engineering or a related discipline.
• A genuine interest in contaminated land and remediation.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support site investigations, soil sampling and contamination assessments.
• Assist with ground, groundwater and gas monitoring.
• Contribute to risk assessments and interpreting lab results.
• Help prepare technical reports and remediation strategies.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Environmental Science

Geology

Environmental Engineering

Job description

Graduate Contaminated Land Engineer

Location: Exeter

£26,000 – £30,000

Are you a recent graduate looking to launch your career in contaminated land and environmental remediation?

We’re recruiting for a Graduate Contaminated Land Engineer to join a growing environmental remediation specialist based in Exeter. The company delivers innovative, sustainable solutions across contaminated land remediation, soil treatment, waste management and earthworks, helping prepare sites for redevelopment while maximising material recovery and reducing landfill.

What’s on Offer?

• Excellent training and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to diverse, real-world remediation projects.
• The opportunity to learn from experienced industry professionals.
• A chance to build a long-term career in a growing environmental sector.

As a Graduate Contaminated Land Engineer, you will gain hands-on experience working on a variety of environmental projects, including:

• Supporting site investigations, soil sampling and contamination assessments.
• Assisting with ground, groundwater and gas monitoring.
• Undertaking environmental risk assessments and interpreting laboratory results.
• Contributing to technical reports, remediation strategies and verification documentation.
• Working alongside experienced engineers and site teams to deliver safe, compliant remediation projects.

To be considered for the Graduate Contaminated Land Engineer position, you will need:

• A degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Environmental Engineering or a related discipline.
• A genuine interest in contaminated land and environmental remediation.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Full right to work in the UK, without sponsorship.
• To live in or near Exeter, with the ability to commute to the office.