Job title: Environmental Technician
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Energy
Salary type: Annual
Salary from: GBP £40,000.00
Salary to: GBP £45,000.00
Location: Scotland, UK
Job published: 01/09/2025
Job ID: 46839

Job Description

Environmental Technician – Waste-to-Energy Sector

Altera Recruitment Group is partnering with a leading organisation in the waste-to-energy sector to appoint a skilled Environmental Technician. As a Environmental Technician you will ensure full compliance with environmental permits and regulations, maintaining robust environmental management systems, and supporting operational excellence within a modern energy-from-waste facility. 

Key Responsibilities of an Environmental Technician Include: 

  • Oversee and manage all site environmental compliance activities in line with permit and stakeholder requirements.
  • Maintain and operate the site’s Environmental Management System (EMS), including key action plans and audits.
  • Coordinate sampling and reporting for various operational streams, ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures.
  • Manage weighbridge data and reporting to ensure compliance with Duty of Care and statutory requirements.
  • Stay up to date with relevant environmental legislation and contribute to site safety and sustainability initiatives.

Candidate Requirements

  • Proven experience in managing Environmental Permit compliance, ideally within the waste management, energy, or environmental sectors.
  • Relevant qualification such as NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate or equivalent (training considered for exceptional candidates).
  • Strong knowledge of environmental law, waste treatment processes, and ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management Systems.
  • Proficient in interpreting and reporting environmental data, with excellent IT skills (Microsoft Office suite essential).
  • Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary up to £45,000 per annum (DOE) plus a comprehensive benefits package.
  • Site-based role within a leading-edge energy-from-waste facility contributing to the UK’s circular economy.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training to enhance your career.
  • A dynamic and supportive team environment fostering safety, innovation, and sustainability.
  • Long-term career progression within a growing organisation committed to environmental excellence.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone highly organised and proactive. For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact Megan Weald l Altera Recruitment Group.