Environmental Monitoring Technician

Wasterecruit Ltd; Noordwes; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental company in South Africa is seeking an Environmental Monitoring Technician. This role involves on-site monitoring, data collection, and compliance with environmental regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience in environmental field sampling and strong attention to detail. In addition to a competitive salary, the company supports professional development and offers unique volunteering opportunities. A full UK driving licence is required.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive team environment

Professional development opportunities

Two days paid volunteering per year

Company vehicle for site travel

Qualifications

• Previous experience in environmental field sampling and monitoring.
• Understanding of landfill operations and Environment Agency regulations.
• Confident in using field monitoring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site environmental monitoring including groundwater and leachate sampling.
• Perform maintenance on monitoring points and ensure compliance.
• Maintain environmental datasets using Excel and monitoring software.

Skills

Environmental field sampling

Use of landfill gas analysers

Attention to detail

Field monitoring equipment proficiency

Record-keeping

Job description

Our client is a leading land and environmental company focussing on the restoration of previously used land for the creation of natural capital schemes including Biodiversity (BNG) and Renewable energy. They are a B Corp certified company and a pioneer in the transformation of brownfield land for environmental betterment.

A vacancy currently exists for a proactive and detail-focused Environmental Monitoring Technician to carry out essential on-site environmental monitoring activities across the company’s operational sites. This role is field-based and focuses on the collection of environmental data in line with permit requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct on-site environmental monitoring, including:
  - Groundwater and surface water sampling
  - Leachate sampling
• Ensure all samples are collected in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and relevant environmental permit conditions.
• Perform minor maintenance and repairs on monitoring points to ensure functionality and compliance with monitoring requirements.
• Conduct routine checks, calibration, and basic upkeep of field equipment.
• Liaise with internal teams, laboratories, consultants and regulators to ensure accurate and timely transfer of monitoring data for analysis and reporting.
• Maintain structured and accurate environmental datasets using Excel, monitoring software and internal systems.
• Keep up to date with relevant legislation, EA guidance and landfill permit conditions.
• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental protection measures while working on site.

Candidate Requirements:

• Previous experience in environmental field sampling and monitoring with landfill gas analysers, groundwater pumps, leachate sampling devices and dust monitors.
• Ability to carry out minor maintenance and repair of monitoring points and equipment as required.
• Understanding of landfill operations, environmental permit conditions and Environment Agency regulatory reporting requirements.
• Confident using field monitoring equipment and following technical procedures.
• Ability to work independently in outdoor environments and varied site conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent record-keeping skills.
• Proactive and capable of working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team with a positive and flexible approach to the work.
• Full UK driving licence.

Package:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Supportive and experienced team environment.
• Opportunities for continued professional development in environmental compliance and waste regulation.
• Involvement in a diverse range of landfill and restoration projects.
• Working for B Certified company means you are able to undertake 2 days paid volunteering per year with a local charity of your choice.
• A vehicle for travel to and from sites as necessary will be provided

Ref: J9620

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