Remediation Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Remediation Engineer to join an established environmental team in Birmingham. The successful candidate will combine fieldwork with technical reporting, supporting remediation projects from start to finish. Responsibilities include collecting environmental data, managing field equipment, and engaging with various stakeholders. Candidates should possess a full UK driving licence and ideally live within commuting distance of Birmingham. This hands-on role offers exposure to diverse projects and collaboration with experienced professionals.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
• Live within a commutable distance from Birmingham.
• Asbestos Awareness certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support remediation projects from site setup to completion.
• Collect and manage environmental data during site activities.
• Engage with site visitors and manage field equipment.

Skills

Fieldwork expertise

Technical reporting

Data management

Education

Relevant academic qualification

Job description

Job Title: Remediation Engineer
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £32,000

An opportunity has arisen for a Remediation Engineer to join an established environmental team, supporting the delivery of remediation across the Midlands. The role involves a mix of fieldwork and office-based duties and would suit someone who enjoys practical site work alongside technical reporting.

As a Remediation Engineer, you will support remediation projects from site setup through to completion. Your responsibilities will include collecting and managing environmental data, carrying out site activities.

The Remediation Engineer will be responsible for handling and maintaining field equipment used for environmental sampling, as well as documenting soils and recording observations in the field. You will compile and manage technical site data under the direction of the Senior Scientist and engage with site visitors, including regulators and other stakeholders. The role also includes sourcing necessary technical supplies and equipment, attending project meetings both internally and externally, and assisting the Site Manager and Project Manager with on‑site project execution.

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
• Live within a commutable distance from the Birmingham office

Desirable

• Relevant academic qualification
• Asbestos Awareness
• CSCS Card

This is a hands‑on role offering exposure to a range of remediation projects and the chance to work closely with experienced environmental professionals.

If you are interested in the Remediation Engineer position in Birmingham, please apply with your CV or get in touch for further details.