Lead Waste Assessor

Penguin Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established environmental consultancy is looking for a Lead Waste Assessor in Leeds. In this permanent role, you'll lead waste classification and assessment across multiple sites, ensuring compliance with UK regulations. Responsibilities include managing Materials Management Plans and providing technical guidance. This position offers a competitive salary, company vehicle, and considerable opportunities for professional growth while working in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

Flexible Working

Healthcare Support

Dentalcare Support

Several Bonus Schemes

Responsibilities

• Lead waste classification and assessment across various sites.
• Prepare and manage Materials Management Plans.
• Ensure compliance with UK environmental legislation.

Skills

Experience within remediation / waste classification

Full UK Driving Licence

Willingness to travel across the North West

Full Right to Work in the UK Permanently

Job description

Lead Waste Assessor

Leeds

Permanent Opportunity

35000 to £45000 plus Vehicle + Other Benefits

An established environmental and remediation consultancy is currently working exclusively with us to appoint an experienced Lead Waste Assessor in Leeds. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of projects, they are now seeking a Lead Waste Assessor who can take ownership of waste assessment activities and play a key role in shaping project outcomes.

The successful Lead Waste Assessor will be responsible for leading waste classification and assessment across a diverse range of sites, from early-stage site appraisal through to remediation and validation. You will prepare, review, and manage Materials Management Plans, waste recovery strategies, and supporting technical documentation, ensuring compliance with UK environmental legislation and best practice guidance. Acting as a technical authority, you will work closely with internal project managers, engineers, regulators, and clients, providing clear advice on waste reuse, treatment, and disposal options to support efficient and compliant project delivery.

For candidates seeking a senior technical role in Leeds with real responsibility and progression potential, this Lead Waste Assessor position represents an excellent next step.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience within remediation / waste classification
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Live in the North West or happy to travel across the North West with the role
• Full Right to Work in the UK Permanently

Company Benefits

• Company Vehicle
• Flexible Working
• Healthcare Support
• Dentalcare Support
• Several Bonus Schemes

Interested in this or other roles, please do not hesitate to contact William Lisle at or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position