Environmental Technician

• Business Unit:
  Environmental

About Environment & Safety SOCOTEC’s Environment and Safety team provides expert environmental, health and safety consultancy and compliance services that help organisations manage risk, protect people and safeguard the environment. Our services include environmental monitoring and consultancy, water safety and hygiene solutions with Legionella risk assessments and water system management, fire safety consultancy and inspections, occupational hygiene assessments and workplace exposure monitoring, and specialist advisory support on regulatory and sustainability challenges.

We use industry-leading tools and science-based approaches to deliver accurate data, practical guidance and innovative solutions that ensure compliance with UK legislation, minimise environmental impact and create healthier, safer workplaces for clients

What's in it for you? Your expertise deserves recognition. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.

• 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more)
• an electric car scheme (where applicable)
• employee recognition programmes
• family-friendly support
• exclusive retail discounts
• employee assistance programmes
• an enhanced company pension

SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

Are you interested in environmental monitoring and sampling? This could be your opportunity to excel as an Environmental Field Technician, playing a vital role in supporting SOCOTEC’s continued success.

As SOCOTEC grows, so do our teams. We’re looking for a dedicated Environmental Field Technician to join our Environment and Safety division and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.

We are seeking a proactive, reliable, and flexible Environmental Field Technician to join our Environment & Safety team. In this role, you’ll need the confidence to work independently, alongside the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team. A background in environmental monitoring, along with knowledge of guidelines, legislation and best practice, is essential to thrive in this position.

The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):

• Trade effluent and environmental monitoring
• Data inputting on site
• Working alone and as a team

To be a successful Environmental Field Technician, you should be able to demonstrate:

• Environmental Management degree or NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate or Degree equivalent
• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, to work safely across varied sites and meet deadlines

Why SOCOTEC?

Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we’re not just delivering services - we’re shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation.

What sets us apart? Our people. We’ve built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you’ll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.

In this role, you won’t just be another employee - you’ll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry's finest professionals.

Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines - all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.

Work Your Way

Local, national, or global projects. Office-based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.

Committed to Your Growth

From day one, you’ll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs. We support every step of your professional journey. #You Grow We Grow

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.