Remediation Scientist

Remediation Scientist

Location:

Leeds
Salary: £32,000 - £42,000 + Benefits

An established environmental and engineering consultancy is looking to recruit a Remediation Scientist to join its growing contaminated land team in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a wide variety of brownfield redevelopment, infrastructure and industrial projects, delivering practical and sustainable remediation solutions across the UK.

As a Remediation Scientist, you will play a key role in delivering contaminated land and remediation projects from initial site investigation through to remediation and verification. Working within a multidisciplinary environmental team, you will undertake technical assessments, support the design of remediation strategies and oversee remediation works on a variety of brownfield, infrastructure and industrial developments.

The role will involve working on a range of contaminants, including hydrocarbons, heavy metals and emerging contaminants such as PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances). You will contribute to the design and implementation of sustainable remediation solutions, undertake soil and groundwater sampling, review laboratory data and prepare remediation verification reports.

Key Responsibilities:

Assisting with the design and delivery of remediation projects for contaminated land sites
Preparing remediation strategies, method statements and verification reports
Interpreting environmental, geological and chemical data
Supervising remediation works and earthworks on site
Undertaking soil, groundwater and ground gas sampling where required
Liaising with contractors, clients and regulatory authorities
Supporting project delivery, programme management and budget control
Ensuring all work is carried out in accordance with health, safety and environmental legislation
Contributing to technical reports and risk assessments

Requirements:

Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Geology, Geology, Chemistry or a related discipline
Experience working within contaminated land, remediation or geoenvironmental consultancy
Knowledge of contaminated land legislation and risk assessment methodologies
Experience preparing technical reports and interpreting site investigation data
Strong communication and organisational skills
Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

Experience supervising remediation contractors on site
Knowledge of earthworks management and waste classification (WM3)
Working towards Chartership with a relevant professional institution

Experience with brownfield redevelopment or large infrastructure projects

Benefits:

Competitive salary with annual reviews
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Annual bonus scheme
Private healthcare
Enhanced pension contribution
Professional membership fees paid
Ongoing technical training and Chartership support
Clear progression pathway within a growing environmental team
Generous annual leave allowance

This is an excellent opportunity for an environmental professional looking to develop their technical expertise within a supportive consultancy, offering exposure to complex remediation projects, ongoing professional development, and a clear pathway for career progression