Remediation Team Leader

Assurity Consulting Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is looking for a Remediation Team Leader in Exeter to manage operations related to oil spill incidents. The role requires experience in running construction projects, strong health and safety awareness, and the ability to work outdoors. This position offers a competitive salary of £33,000 - £38,000 along with various benefits, including holiday entitlement and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Holiday entitlement increasing with service

Company pension scheme

Life insurance (2x annual salary)

Company van with fuel card

Enhanced sick pay

Overtime rates and meal allowances

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role running construction projects on site.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Basic DBS check and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Remediation Operatives and ensure their health and safety.
• Run projects according to agreed schedules and budgets.
• Respond to emergency spill works outside of normal hours.

Skills

Strong organisation skills

Problem-solving skills

General building knowledge

Health and safety awareness

Ability to work outdoors

Job description

Remediation Team Leader

Department: Contract Teams

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Exeter

Compensation: £33,000 - £38,000 / year

Description

Contract: Permanent

Location: Exeter

Salary: £33,000 - £38,000 per annum

About Us

SEED Environmental is one of the UK's leading providers of intelligent environmental and property incident response, remediation and restoration services for our insurance, commercial and public sector clients. We adopt an "Intelligent Solutions" approach, assessing and analysing every incident on its merits before implementing a unique response.

As part of the Celnor Group, we maintain a family culture where everyone is welcoming, helpful, and open to ideas. We value giving people a voice and creating an environment where colleagues can thrive and develop their careers.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Remediation Team Leader to join our operations team in Exeter. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a site team undertaking building works, groundworks and remediation, primarily in relation to oil spill incidents at domestic properties. You'll play a crucial role in managing remediation operations, supervising team members, and delivering projects in a timely manner while ensuring all works meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Remediation Operatives on site, ensuring their health and safety is maintained at all times
• Carry out works under the direction of the SEED Contracts Manager and/or Operations Manager
• Run projects according to previously agreed schedules and budgets
• Utilise your own initiative, skills and knowledge where appropriate
• Drive machinery and undertake hand dig excavation works to facilitate contamination removal
• Coordinate ordering of materials and skips to site to maintain schedule of works
• Assist with collecting photographs throughout all stages of works for comprehensive documentation
• Carry out works in accordance with health and safety regulations, including relevant RAMS documentation
• Follow structural engineer's drawings/plans to carry out propping works safely, including brickwork and blockwork
• Enhance skills such as OFTEC works to assist with spill response where necessary according to business needs
• Respond to emergency spill works outside of normal working hours when required
• Ensure sites are kept tidy, clean and safe throughout all project phases
• Attend training sessions, toolbox talks, and team meetings as required

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Essential Requirements

• Experience in a similar role running construction projects on site with appreciation for health and safety
• Full UK driving licence
• Good general building knowledge with a willingness to learn new skills
• Strong organisation and problem‑solving skills
• Understanding of project budgets and timelines
• Ability to undertake a variety of physically demanding tasks
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Positive attitude with a motivated approach and able to use own initiative
• Basic DBS check
• Right to work in the UK
• Willingness to work away from home when necessary

Desirable

• OFTEC qualifications or experiencePrevious experience in oil spill remediation or environmental restoration
• Experience supervising and developing team members
• Knowledge of structural propping works

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary of £33,000 - £38,000 per annum and provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:

• Holiday entitlement increasing with service (up to 25 days plus bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme
• Life insurance (2x annual salary)
• Company van with fuel card
• Enhanced sick pay and employee assistance programme
• Overtime rates and meal allowances for away work
• Overnight allowances and reasonable expenses for emergency call‑outs

SEED Environmental is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter explaining why you're the right fit for this role.