Remediation Engineer

Penguin Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading remediation contractor in the UK is looking for a Remediation Engineer to work on innovative land remediation projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Environmental Science or related discipline and possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include overseeing remediation operations, analyzing data, and coordinating with clients. This role offers a competitive salary between £30,000 - £40,000, along with excellent benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent overtime pays

Generous pension scheme

Chartership support

Flexible benefits

Professional training availability

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field is required.
• Experience in site investigation or remediation is beneficial.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support and deliver land remediation projects across the Midlands.
• Assess contaminated sites and develop remediation strategies.
• Liaise with clients and regulatory bodies for project success.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Chemistry

Job description

Overview

Remediation Engineer | Location: Derby | Salary: £30,000 - £40,000

Join one of the UK\'s leading remediation contractors with coverage across the UK. You will have the chance to work with a talented team of remediation professionals and work on exciting large scale infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

As the Remediation Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting and delivering land remediation projects across the Midlands. Working closely with multi-disciplinary consultancies and contractors, you will assess contaminated sites, develop and implement remediation strategies, oversee on-site treatment operations, and ensure that all work is carried out in line with environmental, health, and safety regulations. You will also be involved in analysing environmental data, preparing technical reports, and liaising with clients and regulatory bodies to ensure the successful completion of each project. This is a hands-on role offering a balance of fieldwork, technical problem-solving, and project coordination.

Requirements

• Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• Previous experience in site investigation, remediation, or contaminated land assessment is beneficial (full training provided).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across the Midlands.

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Excellent overtime pays.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Chartership support and full professional training.
• Flexible benefits and fantastic working conditions.
• Opportunity to work on exciting, high-impact environmental projects.
• Choice of offices located throughout the UK