Graduate Sustainable Waste Management Consultant

SLR Consulting; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy in Bristol is seeking a recent graduate to join their Sustainable Waste Management team. This role involves research, data processing, and modelling, contributing to client support in sustainability and resource management. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, strong data management skills, and a passion for sustainable practices. You will receive extensive training and develop your career in a respected firm. A full UK driving licence is required for this position.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates only with a relevant first degree.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Demonstrable experience with advanced Excel functions.

Responsibilities

• Undertake research and data collation, processing and modelling.
• Assist in preparation of reports and presentations.
• Support Sustainable Waste Management team growth.

Skills

Strong data management skills

Analytical skills

Good communication skills

Research skills

Education

Relevant first degree (Engineering, Mathematics, Economics, Environmental Science or similar)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a recent graduate to join our Sustainable Waste Management team. Our team is a leading global provider of consultancy services to the waste and resource management sector, providing advice to a range of clients including local authorities, waste producers, the waste management industry, its regulators and investors. We provide practical advice on all waste and resource types, including municipal, household, commercial, industrial and hazardous, and the infrastructure required to deliver effective services. Our specialisms are expanding to meet the challenges associated with sustainability, circular economy and climate impacts, allowing us to provide comprehensive resource management services to clients.

Our Client & Technical Service Offerings

• Waste strategy, options appraisal and plan development;
• Service reviews and infrastructure assessments;
• Circularity and sustainability studies;
• Waste logistics assessments;
• Public sector waste support (e.g. procurement);
• Private sector waste company support (e.g. bid development);
• Advice to the financial sector (e.g. investment due diligence); and
• Supporting construction companies and waste technology providers.

We are looking for someone with the right mindset to learn and bring enthusiasm in all they do. You will have a passion for sustainable development and an interest in working for public and private sector clients across the broader environmental sector. We are seeking someone with strong data management skills and experience – you will be accomplished and confident in handling and modelling large datasets, developing clear, logical and accurate outputs.

Working under the guidance of our experienced and expert team, you will be required to undertake research and data collation, data processing and modelling for a wide range of projects, and assist in the preparation of reports and presentations. You can expect to gain from extensive on‑the‑job training, developing you for a successful career in consulting.

Sitting within SLR’s Engineering Service Line you will also have the opportunity to assist senior members across different disciplines (for example Process Engineering, Civil Engineering and Carbon and Energy Management) within SLR in undertaking similar tasks, potentially including site‑based work.

In Addition, You Will Also Be Given the Opportunity to:

• Support the ongoing growth of the Sustainable Waste Management team, contributing to proposals for a wide range of clients.
• Develop your understanding of the waste and resource management sector through researching best practice and innovation.
• Provide day‑to‑day support on a wide variety of projects, helping to meet client and business objectives.

This position offers a fantastic opportunity to start or develop your career within an established, recognised and respected environmental consultancy. You will join us at an exciting time in the company’s growth and development, and will be given the opportunity to make a difference by supporting clients in developing solutions in response to resource management, sustainability, climate impact and many other challenges.

About You

You will have recently graduated with a relevant first degree (e.g. Engineering, Mathematics, Economics, Environmental Science or similar). Due to the nature of the role you will require a full UK driving licence before joining. This role is not eligible for sponsorship.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone with a passion for working in the resource management, sustainability, and circular economy fields, and expect the ideal candidate to be able to demonstrate:

• An excellent understanding and demonstrable experience of mainstream software packages (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint) including the use and understanding of Excel functions above and beyond basic functionality
• A sound knowledge of and interest in sustainable waste and resource management practices
• Strong analytical skills
• The ability to work with minimum supervision and within a group
• Good communication and research skills

As a graduate you will be supported in both your technical and business development giving you a great foundation for a rewarding and dynamic career.