Leachate Monitoring & Compliance Technician (Hybrid)

FCC Environment; Knaphill; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Discretionary bonus

On-the-job training

Refer a friend scheme

Gymflex membership

Cycle to work

Job summary

FCC Environment is seeking a Leachate Compliance Technician to support monitoring across our national landfill portfolio. You will carry out site investigations, collect and analyse environmental data, and use specialist equipment to ensure compliance across multiple sites.

This full-time, hybrid role requires travel and a strong commitment to health and safety, supporting the company in meeting environmental standards across a busy network of sites.

Qualifications

• Educated to A-Level standard or able to demonstrate relevant environmental experience.
• Experience in environmental monitoring or the waste industry is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyse data and identify trends or potential issues.
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to take responsibility and use initiative.
• Flexible approach to travel and working at sites across FCC Environment's portfolio.
• Commitment to health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Desire to learn, develop and progress within the business.
• Experience using environmental monitoring equipment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring leachate levels and assessing the condition of leachate systems across landfill sites
• Carrying out on-site investigations using specialist environmental monitoring equipment
• Collecting and recording accurate environmental data
• Operating equipment such as dip meters and CCTV systems to investigate leachate infrastructure
• Monitoring leachate tank levels through telemetry systems and escalating issues when required
• Producing reports and entering investigation findings into company databases
• Supporting the identification of environmental issues and helping to develop appropriate remedial solutions
• Working closely with operational, environmental and site management teams
• Maintaining compliance with company procedures and environmental standards
• Working safely outdoors throughout the year in a variety of weather conditions

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Independent work

Communication skills

Data analysis

Initiative

Travel flexibility

Education

A-Level

Tools

Environmental monitoring equipment

Job description

FCC Environment is seeking a Leachate Compliance Technician to support monitoring across our national landfill portfolio. You will carry out site investigations, collect and analyse environmental data, and use specialist equipment to ensure compliance across multiple sites.

This full-time, hybrid role requires travel and a strong commitment to health and safety, supporting the company in meeting environmental standards across a busy network of sites.