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We are recruiting! *VACANCY FILLED*

Date: Author: Laura Griffiths

We are thrilled to be kick-starting 2025 by seeking an experienced mid-level Environmental Scientist to join our growing team.

This is a full-time, permanent role based on-site at our modern offices in Tolvaddon, conveniently located just off the A30 near Camborne.

Able to hit the ground running, you will be an experienced Contaminated Land specialist, well-versed in liaising directly with clients as well as researching, designing and conducting field work, environmental consulting, soil analysis and conducting contaminated land assessments on a regular basis.

We will provide training in mining subsidence research and assessment as well as on-site mining hazard investigations.

As the south west’s mundic and ground stability experts, we pride ourselves on delivering to a high standard, often called in to work on high profile and confidential projects.

No two days are ever the same and you will always be surrounded by a supportive team.  

You can find out more about the role below.

Daily Duties
  • Design, Conduct and Manage contaminated land surveys and field investigations
  • Analyse geological and soil data using software such as QGIS, ArcGIS, and AutoCAD
  • Liaise with and advise professional and public clients
  • Apply recognised phased approach using the CLEA model
  • Collaborate with team members on research projects
  • Produce accurate high quality professional reports
  • Maintain accurate records of findings and observations
Required Qualifications
  • Field Work and Geological Assessment skills
  • Environmental Consulting expertise
  • Minimum 2-years practical experience*
  • Experience of the CLEA model
  • Knowledge of CL:AIRE
  • Strong background in Geology
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and in a team
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology or related field
Desired Qualifications
  • Geotechnical and Slope Stability
  • Geology or Mining History of South West
  • Mining subsidence assessment and remediation
  • Ground water and Ground gas assessment
Salary and Benefits
  • Starting salary £25k to £30k pa*
  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Generous annual leave (25 days, plus bank holidays)
  • Monday to Friday (no weekends)
  • Free onsite parking
  • Casual dress code

Interested in applying?

We are welcoming applications from interested candidates but kindly ask you ensure your experience and qualifications match our requirements before doing so, to avoid your application being automatically rejected.

As this is a full-time role based in our offices, with regular field work, please do not apply if you are not able to work in the UK or cannot live in this area. Unfortunately we are not able to sponsor work visas for this role.

Ticking all the boxes? Then please head on over to our job listing on Indeed to apply, we look forward to hearing from you!