Trainee Environmental Technician - East Midlands

Cawood Scientific Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Cawood Scientific Limited is seeking an Environmental Technician to conduct routine monitoring in Water, Construction, and Compliance. This role involves client interaction, maintaining equipment, and ensuring high-quality service delivery. Join a growing team focused on safety, professionalism, and integrity in the field.

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental monitoring is essential.
• Strong communication and client engagement skills required.
• Ability to efficiently manage time and resources.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine environmental monitoring across service areas.
• Maintain client relationships and report data accurately.
• Assist in training new employees and ensure compliance.

Skills

Environmental Monitoring

Client Liaison

Time Management

Teamwork

Data Management

Job description

Cawood is the largest independent provider of analytical laboratory testing and sampling services for the land-based industries in the UK. With 15 sites around the country specialising in different types of analysis, we are always looking for skilled and talented individuals to join our teams.

This is an exciting time to join Cawood. The business is growing and there are plenty of opportunities for people who want to work hard, have fun and be part of our success.

Job Description:

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Conduct routine environmental monitoring across our three service areas of Water, Construction and Compliance in accordance with company protocols, quality assurance requirements and our client's contract specifications.
2. Conduct routine checks and maintenance of environmental control systems and client infrastructure.
3. Provide a reliable, efficient and professional level of service to our clients at Enitial.
4. Liaise with clients on-site, building trust and fostering long-term, positive relationships.
5. Maintain Enitial's credibility by representing the company positively in the field, keeping equipment, vehicles, and PPE clean.
6. Respect company equipment and vehicles, ensuring routine calibrations and maintenance are completed per protocols.
7. Work as a team within regions, building morale and offering help and assistance as needed.
8. Report deviations from methods or non-conformances to Area Managers, Data Analysts, and Account Managers that could impact data integrity.
9. Manage time efficiently, reviewing schedules and suggesting improvements to the Scheduling/Project Controller.
10. Accurately manage and report data in line with client and company requirements, submitting to Data Analysts promptly and correctly.
11. Identify potential on-site works that could benefit Enitial commercially and improve client sites.
12. Prioritize safety in all field activities, reporting accidents and near misses immediately to Area Managers and clients, in accordance with policies.
13. Comply with the 'Stay Safe' remote working application when working on-site.
14. Liaise with laboratories and couriers to ensure samples collected are compliant.
15. Assist with on-site training of new employees, supporting their onboarding process to be friendly, engaging, and inspiring.
16. Complete routine company admin, including expenses and vehicle checks, on a monthly basis.