Full job descriptionRemediation Scientist
Location: Leeds
Salary: £32,000 - £42,000 + Benefits
An established environmental and engineering consultancy is looking to recruit a Remediation Scientist to join its growing contaminated land team in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a wide variety of brownfield redevelopment, infrastructure and industrial projects, delivering practical and sustainable remediation solutions across the UK.
As a Remediation Scientist, you will play a key role in delivering contaminated land and remediation projects from initial site investigation through to remediation and verification. Working within a multidisciplinary environmental team, you will undertake technical assessments, support the design of remediation strategies and oversee remediation works on a variety of brownfield, infrastructure and industrial developments.
The role will involve working on a range of contaminants, including hydrocarbons, heavy metals and emerging contaminants such as PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances). You will contribute to the design and implementation of sustainable remediation solutions, undertake soil and groundwater sampling, review laboratory data and prepare remediation verification reports.


Key Responsibilities:
*Assisting with the design and delivery of remediation projects for contaminated land sites
*Preparing remediation strategies, method statements and verification reports
*Interpreting environmental, geological and chemical data
*Supervising remediation works and earthworks on site
*Undertaking soil, groundwater and ground gas sampling where required
*Liaising with contractors, clients and regulatory authorities
*Supporting project delivery, programme management and budget control
*Ensuring all work is carried out in accordance with health, safety and environmental legislation
*Contributing to technical reports and risk assessments
Requirements:
*Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Geology, Geology, Chemistry or a related discipline
*Experience working within contaminated land, remediation or geoenvironmental consultancy
*Knowledge of contaminated land legislation and risk assessment methodologies
*Experience preparing technical reports and interpreting site investigation data
*Strong communication and organisational skills
*Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
*Experience supervising remediation contractors on site
*Knowledge of earthworks management and waste classification (WM3)
*Working towards Chartership with a relevant professional institution
*Experience with brownfield redevelopment or large infrastructure projects
Benefits:
*Competitive salary with annual reviews
*Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
*Annual bonus scheme
*Private healthcare
*Enhanced pension contribution
*Professional membership fees paid
*Ongoing technical training and Chartership support
*Clear progression pathway within a growing environmental team
*Generous annual leave allowance


This is an excellent opportunity for an environmental professional looking to develop their technical expertise within a supportive consultancy, offering exposure to complex remediation projects, ongoing professional development, and a clear pathway for career progression.