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Geo-Envrionemtnal Engineer
Posted 11 hours 50 minutes ago by Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Overview
Take a critical step forward in your career within the geo-environmental sector by joining us as the Head of Geo-Environmental. We are seeking an experienced and accomplished professional to manage, lead, and oversee our dynamic team in delivering high-quality ground investigation services, waste assessments, and associated geo-environmental operations. If you are driven by operational excellence, collaborative teamwork, and a forward-thinking mindset, we encourage you to apply for this exceptional leadership opportunity.
Responsibilities
As the Head of Geo-Environmental, your core responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing and coordinating laboratory and field operations to ensure efficient delivery of services, contributing to overall profitability.
- Developing, monitoring, and maintaining departmental budgets, operational metrics, and strategies to drive continuous improvement.
- Leading talent acquisition initiatives, facilitating staff training, and nurturing professional development to create an engaging and supportive workplace culture.
- Establishing and maintaining trusted client relationships by providing expert guidance and tailored support.
- Preparing quotations, scrutinizing technical reports, and authorizing key deliverables to ensure superior standards.
- Ensuring compliance with UKAS, ISO 17025, and other relevant quality frameworks, including the management of audits and implementation of quality assurance systems.
- Driving adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards, ensuring compliance with legal regulations and industry best practices.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate for the Head of Geo-Environmental position will demonstrate:
- Extensive expertise in areas such as ground investigation, contaminated land assessment, materials testing, and waste classification.
- A degree in a relevant discipline, such as Geology or Environmental Chemistry (preferred).
- A robust understanding of health and safety requirements, including conducting risk assessments and implementing safe work practices.
- Exceptional interpersonal, analytical, and leadership skills, coupled with a proactive and professional approach.
- Flexibility to travel occasionally, with overnight stays when required.
- A valid UK driving licence.
Key Activities
Your day-to-day responsibilities will encompass:
- Managing and streamlining site and laboratory operations to facilitate seamless service delivery and operational success.
- Collaborating with the management and business development teams to identify growth opportunities and foster client engagement.
- Mentoring and supervising a team of dedicated professionals while cultivating a high-performance ethos.
- Ensuring that all technical documentation adheres to established quality benchmarks.
- Maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental protocols at all levels of operation.
Benefits
We offer an attractive remuneration package complemented by a range of benefits designed to support and enhance your professional growth and work-life balance, including:
- A competitive salary commensurate with your experience and expertise.
- Comprehensive opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Flexible working arrangements designed to foster a work-life balance.
- Enhanced leave policies, including family leave options.
- Access to wellbeing and support programs.
- Additional incentives, recognition schemes, and long-service awards.
How to Apply
Take the next strategic step in your geo-environmental career by applying to join our progressive and dynamic team of experts. To express your interest in the Head of Geo-Environmental role, please submit your CV to or contact us at for further details.
Penguin Recruitment Ltd
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