Technical Compliance Manager (Scotland)

Veolia; Seafield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking a Technical Compliance Manager in Seafield to ensure compliance with landspreading regulations and maintain relationships with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and have operational recycling experience. This role offers a competitive salary package and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to pension scheme

Discounts on various retailers

Resources for physical, mental, and financial health

24-hour access to a virtual GP

One paid day's leave for volunteering

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree qualified
• FACTS qualified or similar - pragmatic experience
• Operational experience of recycling organic wastes to land and alternative outlets
• Knowledge of organic waste/sludge regulations
• PC Literate
• Organised and team player

Responsibilities

• Maintain relationships with Veolia staff to meet contract requirements
• Liaise with regulatory bodies for annual returns and reports
• Ensure compliance with landspreading regulations
• Master new regulations and guidelines
• Communicate with Operations and Recycling Managers
• Manage farmer relationships for crop rotation information
• Collaborate with Veolia IT on SUIVRA system
• Determine optimal biosolids application rates

Skills

Degree qualified

FACTS qualified or similar

Operational experience of recycling organic wastes

Knowledge of organic waste/sludge regulations

PC Literate

Organised and team player

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

Overview

Salary: Competitive plus Veolia benefits

Grade: 5.2

Hours: 40 hours per week, hybrid role

Location: 20 Marine Esplanade

Seafield Road

Edinburgh

Midlothian

EH6 7RF

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone.

As a Technical Compliance Manager you'll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Access to our company/people's pension scheme
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
• One paid day's leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

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What you'll be doing

• Maintain relationships with Veolia staff (Agri Services team, VWORL) to meet contract requirements and ensure sufficient landbank availability
• Liaise with regulatory bodies (SEPA, Nature Scot) for annual returns, reports, and management of operations near sensitive areas
• Ensure compliance with landspreading regulations and maintain clear sludge pad operations at Seafield
• Master new regulations, guidelines, Codes of Good Agricultural Practice, crop nutrient requirements, and Biosolids Assurance Scheme
• Communicate daily with Operations and Recycling Managers to determine crop nutrient requirements and Environmental Authorisations
• Manage farmer relationships to gather crop rotation information and coordinate with AVSE client for land availability
• Collaborate with Veolia IT (France) on SUIVRA system and provide support to UK users
• Determine optimal biosolids application rates to minimise haulage distance and environmental impact while developing associated procedures

What we're looking for

Essential

• Degree qualified
• FACTS qualified or similar - pragmatic experience
• Operational experience of recycling organic wastes to land and alternative outlets
• Knowledge of organic waste/sludge regulations
• PC Literate
• Organised and team player

Desirable

• WAMITAB - Level 4 landspreading

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

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