Environmental Technician

Posted 11/04/2024 by SUEZ UK

Location:
Derby, Derbyshire
Salary/Rate:
£31,658 - £37,136/annum Company Car, Bonus, Pension

Calling All Land Champions!
Do you have a passion for protecting the environment and a knack for bringing wild spaces back to life? Are you a self-starter with a keen eye for detail? If so, we're looking for you to join our team as an Environmental Technician!

In return, we offer a salary of £31,658- £37,136 plus company car, up to 10% Bonus (~ £3,713), Company Pension, and Benefits Catalogue.
We’ll help you progress, and develop yourself further, and will support you with creating a development plan to achieve that.

What will I be doing?

  • Supporting the day-to-day operations of closed landfills within your regional landfill energy cluster, spanning a medium-sized geographical area.
  • Supervising landfill energy operations, restoration projects, gas management and generation, as well as leachate treatment plants (LTP's).
  • Oversee aftercare activities, ensuring long-term land health and biodiversity net gain.
  • Manage contractors involved in habitat restoration projects, ensuring quality and adherence to plans. (Independently handle tasks like tree maintenance, grass maintenance, and more.)
  • Collect and analyse environmental data using specialized equipment (training provided).

We're looking for someone who:

  • Thrives in a hands-on environment and is comfortable working independently.
  • Possesses a strong interest in biodiversity and habitat creation.
  • Has experience in aftercare land management or a related field.
  • Is physically fit and enjoys spending time outdoors, with some travel required (usually within a 2-hour radius).
  • Demonstrates a commitment to safety and environmental compliance.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to:

  • Gain valuable experience in a growing field with a positive environmental impact.
  • Develop a wide range of practical skills and knowledge through on-the-job training and mentorship.

We invest in our team! Additional training will be provided to ensure you have the skills and confidence to excel in this role.

The role is internally known as Aftercare Technician- Landfill Energy.

Who we are

SUEZ recycling and recovery UK is a forward-thinking company recognised as one of the top places in the UK to work. With over 6,000 members of staff working across a whole range of business areas, our people are the company’s greatest asset, and we are proud to be an Investor in People.

In 2022 we were awarded by Best companies as one of the top 25 companies in the UK for employee engagement. As well as our competitive salaries and benefit packages we are able to offer long-term career development within a friendly and supportive environment. With our collaborative engaging culture, our employees join us and grow with us. We believe creativity, clear communication and our drive for excellence are the keys to our success. We also expect our people to be enthusiastic and responsible. We understand that the richness of the diversity of our employee’s experiences enables us to harness more creativity, innovation, and opportunities.

SUEZ Recycling & Recovery UK is an equal opportunities employer. To find out more or apply, please complete the application form, and attach your CV.
** No Agencies Please **

Type:
Permanent
Contract Length:
N/A
Job Reference:
RR-019504
Job ID:
221455715
Applications:
Less than 10

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