Graduate Soil Scientist

targetjobs UK; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in the UK is seeking a Soil Scientist to conduct soil surveys and manage data for soil classification reports. The ideal candidate will possess a postgraduate background in soil science, strong communication skills, and a willingness to travel. This position offers competitive salaries and a supportive work environment with a focus on professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Comprehensive benefits package

25 days annual leave

Flexible hybrid working

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Postgraduate research or experience in soils science required.
• Detailed knowledge of Agricultural Land Classification techniques desired.
• Communication skills and work ethic essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out soil surveys on-site.
• Commission soil tests with laboratories.
• Process samples and manage data for reporting.
• Write interpretative reports including soil management plans.
• Assist senior members with planning and organization.
• Liaise with clients and contractors.

Skills

Postgraduate research or experience in soils science

Field survey techniques knowledge

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Good working knowledge of Adobe

Strong communication skills

Willingness to travel

Job description

Soil Scientist

1 week ago Bristol, England, United Kingdom

Responsibilities

• Working on site carrying out soil surveys.
• Commissioning soil tests with relevant laboratories.
• Processing samples to send to laboratories and receiving the results back.
• Managing data to support technical reporting.
• Writing interpretative reports including Agricultural Land Classification (ALC) reports, soil resource survey reports and soil management plans.
• Assisting more senior team members with the planning, organisation, and site work for soil surveys and site monitoring visits.
• Working closely with colleagues to provide soils input to multi-disciplinary projects.
• Liaising with clients, landowners, contractors, statutory authorities and third parties.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate research or experience in soils science.
• Detailed knowledge of field survey techniques such as Agricultural Land Classification (ALC).
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe.
• Willingness to travel to sites across the UK as and when required.

About Us

SLR are global leaders in sustainability solutions, helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, 25 days annual leave, flexible hybrid working and a supportive environment for professional development.

About You

Dedicated and enthusiastic Soil Scientist with strong work ethic, excellent communication skills and a willingness to develop within a busy team. The role involves lone working and frequent travel throughout the UK.

Culture & Inclusion at SLR

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those from under-represented groups such as 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous peoples, ethnic minorities, women and people with disabilities. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we ensure equitable support throughout the recruitment process.