Head of Geo-Environmental / Engineer

Kiwa Group; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiwa CMT is seeking an experienced Head of Geo-Environmental to lead the department, responsible for managing ground investigation services and operations efficiently. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, leadership capabilities, and a relevant degree to ensure compliance with quality standards while driving departmental performance.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave – Starting at 25 days

Enhanced Family Leave with full pay

Company Bonus Scheme

Enhanced Pension Contributions

Life Assurance – 4x your annual salary

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

24/7 GP Service

Cycle to Work Scheme

Eye Care Vouchers

Welcome Pack - Filled with goodies

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of legal frameworks and ground investigation.
• Experience in contaminated land and materials testing.
• Flexibility for occasional travel and full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily laboratory and site services.
• Prepare and monitor departmental budgets.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Technical Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in Geology or Environmental Chemistry

Job description

Job Summary

Are you an experienced geo-environmental professional looking to step into a management role? Kiwa CMT is hiring a Head of Geo-Environmental to lead our department. You'll be responsible for the efficient and profitable delivery of ground investigation testing, waste assessments, and other geo-environmental testing services.

About the role

• Supervise daily laboratory and site services, ensuring efficient and profitable operations.
• Communicate effectively with departmental staff and management to support overall performance.
• Prepare and monitor departmental budgets, collating KPIs and taking action to maintain or improve results.
• Recruit, train, and develop staff, fostering a proactive and supportive team culture.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, delivering value-added guidance and support.
• Have an input in conjunction with company management and Sales staff to achieve development, growth/expansion of business via new client and business opportunities.
• Preparing quotations/proposals and supporting this process in other departments as necessary.
• Preparing specialist testing reports and authorising issue of reports.
• Ensure compliance with UKAS, ISO 17025, and Kiwa’s quality standards, including QA/QC processes and internal audits.
• Champion health, safety, and environmental policies, ensuring operations align with legal frameworks and industry standards.

Do you have what it takes?

• Strong understanding of legal frameworks and requirements, along with excellent technical skills and extensive knowledge of ground investigation, contaminated land, waste testing, and materials testing and assessment.
• Degree in Geology or Environmental Chemistry (desirable).
• Familiarity with health and safety policies, including RAMS and PPE requirements.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills.
• Positive, motivated, and professional outlook.
• Flexible approach to working hours, including occasional travel with overnight stays.
• Hold full UK driving licence.

What can you expect from us in return?

• £40,000 - £55,000 per annum
• Generous Annual Leave – Starting at 25 days plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy additional leave and increased entitlement with length of service
• 38.75 hours per week - Monday to Friday, hybird role (3 days in the office, 2 days at home)
• Enhanced Family Leave – Enhanced maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave with 6 months full pay, plus 2 weeks full pay for paternity leave
• Milestone Rewards – paid and unpaid sabbaticals, charity donations, personal gifts, and retail vouchers
• Salary Reviews
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Enhanced Pension Contributions
• Life Assurance – 4x your annual salary
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – Confidential support, advice, and counselling available 24/7, 365 days a year
• 24/7 GP Service – Access to medical advice anytime
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers – Supporting your health and well-being
• Welcome Pack – Filled with company-branded goodies to kickstart your journey with us

At Kiwa, we deliver results driven by our core values: Ambitious, Reliable, and Engaged the principles that guide how we work with colleagues, customers, and everyone we encounter. We are committed to fostering personal development, encouraging you to be ambitious, explore new ideas, and contribute to making the world a safer, more sustainable place. Here, you’ll thrive in a dynamic environment with ample opportunities for growth and self-development.

As an equal opportunity employer, Kiwa celebrates diversity and is dedicated to building an inclusive, supportive workplace. We embrace flexibility in hiring talented individuals from all backgrounds globally, ensuring a work environment free from prejudice, discrimination, and intimidation. Inclusivity and equality are core to who we are, and we uphold these values without exception.

If you have any questions about this role and would like to speak a member of the Talent Team, please e-mail us at [e-mail].