Are you at that stage of your environmental career where you are ready to work more independently, and be responsible for providing direct support to clients from initial contact, through to successful completion? Then you are definitely someone who we’d love to join our team.
If you are interested in this role, please send your CV and cover letter, letting us know why you want to join us, to eugenia@wisergroup.co.uk
We are seeking diligent Environmental Consultants/Senior Environmental Consultants who will play an important role in protecting the environment. As an Environmental Consultant /Senior Environmental Consultant, you will be helping companies and organisations meet their environmental objectives. You will be responsible for providing advice on sustainability and tackling the threat of climate change head-on. This dynamic and challenging job gives you the chance to make a real difference.
Environmental Consultant
* Job type: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time
* Location: St Ives
* Start date: Immediate start
* Salary: £30,000-£42,000
Senior Environmental Consultant
* Job type: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time
* Location: St Ives
* Start date: Immediate start
* Salary: £42,000-£55,000
About Wiser Environment
Wiser Environment is known for expert knowledge, sound advice and building strong relationships that help our clients grow and prosper with compliant and responsible operations. We employ and develop a team of highly skilled and knowledgeable consultants. We are proud to provide an enjoyable and productive place to work, where we encourage, and support, you to tackle challenges with creativity and openness.
About you
You may have specific experience in one particular area (E.g. Ecology, environmental permitting, waste management & recycling, materials classification and management, carbon management, planning) or looking to build on or specialise in a particular field.
It is important to us that you are able to demonstrate behaviours that align closely with our vision and core values. It is no coincidence that team members who mirror these, are able to develop their skills and knowledge and progress rapidly, provide excellent service to our clients, and are great to have around. If these resonate with you, you have consistently applied them in your previous roles, have a passion for the environment, and transferable skills and knowledge, then please contact us. We would love to talk to you.
Your new role
As an Environmental Consultant /Senior Environmental Consultant – you will be a key asset to both SMEs and large organisations by assisting them in comprehending their environmental commitments, evaluating the extent to which they meet these obligations and reviewing their overall performance.
To help you confidently adapt and problem-solve, we have established various support teams. Among others – these include compliance, health and safety, administration and sales. Together, we work as a team to reach our goals. In addition to your support crew, you will also have access to a variety of software and systems. Asana, MyCompliance and PeopleHR to name but a few. All are designed with the goal of assisting you in project management, compliance and monitoring.
Day-to-day, you will be using our support systems to help you work towards your goals. Some of the tasks you will be undertaking as an Environmental Consultant will include:
* Provide technical expertise and guidance on environmental permitting and resource planning.
* Set the bar high and showcase exceptional professionalism in all client interactions, service delivery and quality of work.
* Confidently discuss environmental matters with peers, clients, subcontractors and regulators. This includes using interpersonal and active listening skills to build and maintain healthy relationships.
* Represent your clients with diligence and professionalism when communicating with industry regulators. Such as the Environment Agency, Health and Safety Executive and Local Authority Officers.
Mandatory
* Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, engineering or equivalent.
* 3+ years of experience of working or volunteering in a related field.
* Full driving licence.
Desired
* Master’s degree in environmental science, engineering or equivalent.
* Minimum of 2 years practical experience within the waste, construction or renewable energy industries.
* Experience of working with PV design and installation.
* Regulatory experience.
* Membership of CIWM, IEMA or relevant professional body.
Benefits
* Salary range is £30,000 – £42,000 (Senior Environmental Consultant £42,000 to £55,000), and will reflect the knowledge, skills and experience which you can bring to Wiser Environment.
* Starting annual holiday entitlement of 30 days (33 for Senior Environmental Consultant) inclusive of bank holidays, that increases annually to a maximum of 36 days.
* Flexible working
* River view offices, town centre location
* Learning and development opportunities.
* Cycle to Work Scheme.
* Electric Vehicle Scheme.
* Life Insurance.
* Company Sick Pay Scheme.
* Contributory pension scheme membership.
* Employee Support Scheme membership. This package includes support with lifestyle and mental health issues, 24/7 GP access, financial, legal advice, counselling and physiotherapy.