Graduate Environmental Consultant

Job Description

Job purpose

The post holder will be required to undertake any or all required tasks to facilitate planning, procurement, supervision and data collection in relation to the project management of environmental incidents and insurance claims. The role will be home based and administered from Wokingham, with close supervision and mentoring by a Principal Consultant and the Regional Manager.

Hours of Work

This is a full-time role with daily hours of 9am - 5pm, with a one hour unpaid meal break, five days a week (35 hours per week).  The standard working days are Monday to Friday. Due to the responsibilities associated with the role, it will be necessary to dedicate any hours as required to provide the managerial support to the business to ensure all tasks are completed.  The post holder will also be required to satisfy overtime requirements and due to the nature of the duties of this post on occasion may be required to stay away from home overnight.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Undertaking field monitoring works including measurement and sampling of soil, surface waters, groundwater and air quality following pollution incidents.
• Supporting senior colleagues in all aspects of Environmental Claims Management (domestic escape of oil claims) and other environmental pollution incidents.
• Carrying out desk studies and surveys to support Phase I and Phase II contaminated land site investigations.
• Assist in the writing of technical reports.
• Inputting data from site visits to feed into larger scale data analysis.
• Provision of accurate and timely information to line management.
• Supporting team performance by sharing knowledge and best practices at all levels.
• Prepare samples for appropriate laboratory analysis and liaise with the laboratory.
• The post holder will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to ensuring consistently high levels of safety, technical robustness and organisation.
• Any other task assigned by supervision for which the post holder is qualified and experienced to undertake

Qualifications

• A degree in a relevant earth sciences, or geo-environmental discipline
• Experience of environmental assessment or monitoring and in the collection of field data would be an advantage but is not essential as all training will be provided
• Post holder will attend domestic and commercial properties to assist members of the public and as such, must provide a professional service and image of the Company at all times
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with colleagues, workforce and clients at all levels
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Be computer literate and proficient in the use of Microsoft applications. 

Additional Information

• The post holder must be able to adapt to an environment of growth
• A teamwork ethic is essential and the provision of support, advice and training to lesser experienced team members will be required on an ongoing basis
• The post holder is required to be self-motivated, adaptable and demonstrate excellent communication, organisational skills and attention to detail
• Under supervision and mentoring, the post holder will be expected to undertake tasks associated with the role of Environmental Consultant. This will be undertaken as a developmental element of the role with the long-term objective being the post holder is appointed to Environmental Consultant
• The post holder should have excellent interpersonal skills and confidence when dealing with all stakeholders including colleagues, site staff, contractors and householders in person and over the telephone/email, and a highly professional manner
• Field sampling may involve working in all weather conditions and can be physically demanding.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures and promote A&A Group values
• The postholder will be required to travel to any location within the Company’s operational footprint; therefore, possession of a full, clean UK driving licence is essential for this role
• Proof of the right to work in the UK will be required, and the postholder will be required to undertake a DBS check to satisfy client requirements

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.