Remediation Engineer

Location: London Borough of Merton

Remediation Engineer Cityscape Recruitment Mitcham, London, United Kingdom
** Description
* * About the opportunity Are you a Remediation Engineer looking to develop your career within contaminated land remediation and brownfield regeneration? An award-winning environmental contractor is looking to recruit a Remediation Engineer to support the delivery of technically challenging remediation and enabling works projects across the South East. Initially, you will work on two major projects in South London, running through to May 2027, with further projects in the pipeline across the region.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and growing business offering a strong workload, hands-on site experience, technical development and genuine opportunities for career progression. Whether you have experience in contaminated land, environmental engineering, geology or a related discipline, this role offers the chance to build your expertise within a specialist remediation contractor. About the role As a Remediation Engineer, you will support the safe and efficient delivery of contaminated land remediation and enabling works, including:
Coordinating remediation and enabling works from pre-start planning through to project completion. Supervising site activities, including excavation, drilling, earthworks, soil treatment and remediation works. Preparing and maintaining technical documentation, including remediation strategies, Materials Management Plans (MMPs), RAMS, technical drawings and project reports. Undertaking environmental monitoring, soil and groundwater sampling, contamination testing and verification works. Coordinating laboratory testing, waste management activities and pollution prevention measures.

Monitoring site progress, maintaining accurate records and ensuring works meet project specifications and regulatory requirements. Managing subcontractors, permits, licences, regulatory approvals and site programmes. Operating and maintaining remediation, treatment and environmental monitoring equipment. Liaising with clients, regulators, subcontractors and third-party verification engineers. Supporting technical reporting, project delivery, commercial controls and continuous improvement. About the requirements To be considered for this Remediation Engineer position, you should ideally have:

Experience:

1–3 years' post-graduate experience in a relevant environmental or engineering discipline. Site

Experience:

Previous site-based experience within contaminated land, remediation, earthworks or enabling works would be advantageous. Technical Knowledge:
An understanding of soil description, environmental sampling, soil and groundwater remediation techniques, and earthworks practices.

Education:

A relevant degree or qualification in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, Civil Engineering or a related discipline would be beneficial. Driving Licence: A full, valid UK driving licence is essential. Flexibility: A willingness to travel to project sites across the South East. Candidates with relevant academic qualifications and a genuine interest in developing a career in contaminated land remediation are encouraged to apply.

Full training will be provided. About the salary & benefits Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 per annum, depending on experience. Company Vehicle:
Van or vehicle allowance. Job Security:
Permanent employment with a strong pipeline of projects. Career Development:
Excellent training and progression opportunities within a growing specialist contractor. Project Exposure:
The opportunity to gain hands-on experience across technically challenging brownfield remediation and enabling works projects. Working Environment:
Join an award-winning business with a close-knit management team and a culture that values its people.

How to apply

If you are a Remediation Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Geologist or aspiring contaminated land professional looking for your next opportunity, we would like to hear from you. Please submit your CV for immediate consideration. Alternatively, contact our office to discuss the role in confidence