Trainee Air Emissions Technician — Field Scientist in Ireland

Axis Environmental Services Ltd.; Limerick; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Career progression

Field-based role

Job summary

Axis Environmental Services is seeking a Trainee Air Emissions Technician to join our growing team, based in Limerick with nationwide travel. The role offers structured training to develop emissions monitoring, stack testing and environmental compliance skills.

You will travel to industrial sites across Ireland, work with experienced technicians, gather data, and produce technical reports. A graduate or technically minded candidate will thrive in this field-based environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or a related scientific discipline.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Interest in environmental monitoring and technical field work.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel nationally and stay away from home when required.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable working outdoors and at height when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Travel to client sites across Ireland to support air emissions monitoring projects.
• Assist with stack emissions testing and environmental monitoring activities.
• Prepare monitoring equipment and project documentation.
• Collect, record and analyse environmental data.
• Support the preparation of technical reports and compliance documentation.
• Maintain accurate records in line with company quality systems and ISO 17025 standards.
• Work safely in accordance with risk assessments and health and safety procedures.
• Work alongside experienced technicians to develop technical competence.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the business.

Skills

Degree in Environmental Science

Driving licence (Full)

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Willingness to travel

Education

Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

Axis Environmental Services is seeking a Trainee Air Emissions Technician to join our growing team, based in Limerick with nationwide travel. The role offers structured training to develop emissions monitoring, stack testing and environmental compliance skills.

You will travel to industrial sites across Ireland, work with experienced technicians, gather data, and produce technical reports. A graduate or technically minded candidate will thrive in this field-based environment.