Location
Leeds
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
26/06/2026
Closing date
17/07/2026
Remediation 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.