Soil Scientist

Slr Consulting Limited; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A global environmental consultancy is seeking a motivated Graduate / Post Graduate Soil Scientist to conduct soil surveys and prepare various reports. The role involves conducting field surveys, collaborating with clients and contractors, and will offer full training. Candidates should have a background in Soil Science, excellent communication skills, and a team-oriented approach. The position provides competitive salaries with a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible working hours and a supportive career development framework.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid working options

Company pension

Healthcare and life insurance

Qualifications

• Awareness of environmental issues and the role soils play.
• Knowledge of field survey techniques is valuable.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe.

Responsibilities

• Conduct soil surveys at various sites across the UK.
• Commission and manage soil testing with laboratories.
• Prepare interpretative reports including Agricultural Land Classification reports.

Skills

Environmental awareness

Field survey techniques knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Adobe knowledge

Willingness to travel

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Soil Science or related field

Job description

Job Overview

You will be involved in a wide range of projects across all our business sectors including energy, infrastructure, mineral extraction, forestry, residential and commercial development, and waste resource management.

Responsibilities

• Working on site carrying out soil surveys.
• Commissioning soil tests with relevant laboratories.
• Processing samples to send to laboratories and receiving the results back.
• Managing data to support technical reporting.
• Writing interpretative reports including Agricultural Land Classification (ALC) reports, soil resource survey reports and soil management plans.
• Assisting more senior team members with the planning, organisation, and site work for soil surveys and site monitoring visits.
• Working closely with colleagues to provide soils input to multi‑disciplinary projects.
• Liaising with clients, landowners, contractors, statutory authorities and third parties.

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional C&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all people regardless of their background can thrive.

Diversity and Inclusion

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background, including those from groups that are currently under‑represented at SLR, such as people identifying as 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous peoples, ethnic minority groups, women, and people with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent. Should you require any special adjustments throughout the recruitment process with us, please let us know. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we seek to ensure all applicants have equitable support when applying to SLR. SLR Commitment - All applicants with a disability who meet the essential requirements for the job will be guaranteed an interview in line with our Disability Confident Committed status.

This role will not be closed before 1st January 2026, however we will be reviewing and progressing candidates on an ongoing basis, so we recommend making your application at your earliest opportunity.

Company Overview

Our team of qualified and highly experienced soil scientists have a comprehensive knowledge of soil, peat and environmental science, hydrology, ecology and agriculture. We provide soils and land management related expertise across a diverse range of business sectors including, but not limited to, land management, utilities, built development (commercial and residential), renewable energy, minerals and waste. Our clients range from single individuals and SMEs to large multi‑national corporations and we have the proven ability to deliver complex, challenging and multi‑disciplinary projects across the UK and worldwide. Early consideration of soils/peat can streamline the planning process and reduce planning, design and construction costs. Our projects are located throughout the UK. We therefore require a dedicated and enthusiastic Soil Scientist with a strong aptitude for hard work, excellent communication skills and a willingness to develop their skills and abilities within this busy team. The role will involve periods of lone‑working and will require frequent travel throughout the UK. Post graduate research or experience in soils science and a detailed knowledge of field survey techniques such as Agricultural Land Classification (ALC) is desirable although not essential as full training will be provided.

Required Skills

• Awareness of environmental issues and the role soils play in the environment.
• Knowledge and experience of field survey techniques.
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe.
• Willingness to travel to sites across the UK as and when required.

Benefits

SLR is a leading global environmental and sustainability consultancy working on projects across the world from over 100 offices. We are looking to recruit a motivated and ambitious Graduate / Post Graduate Soil Scientist to join our expanding Soils team providing specialist land surveys and advice on agriculture, soils, and peat. SLR are global leaders in Sustainability Solutions, helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with 4000+ employees across 6 regions in over 125 countries. Our 'one team' culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 days annual leave, with additional flexible bank holidays, we offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, with family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and home life.