We're hiring! Graduate Field Scientist Wanted

REF: 04-0925A

ERS is currently looking for a full-time Graduate Field Scientist to assist with our growing site investigation and remediation workload.

Who We Are

Wholly employee-owned, Environmental Reclamation Services Limited (ERS), is a team of >40 engineers and scientists dedicated to providing the most appropriate and cost-effective site assessment and remediation of contaminated soils and groundwater.

Trusted by Property Developers, House Builders, Housing Associations, Local Authorities, Supermarkets, Loss Adjusters, Civils Contractors and Consultants, ERS’ projects range in value from under £5k to over £1M.

ERS is ISO 9001 and 14001 certified, Constructionline, CHAS and SMAS accredited and Achilles registered.

Our services include:

• Environmental and geotechnical site investigation

• On-and-off-site remediation of contaminated soil

• Treatment of contaminated groundwater

• Invasive weeds survey and treatment

The Role Involves

• Gas and groundwater monitoring and sampling

• Completion of chains of custody, sample scheduling, and liaison with laboratories

• Site data management

• Factual reporting

• Travelling, mostly in Scotland but throughout the UK on occasion

As experience develops, it is expected that the role would develop to incorporate data analysis and data interpretation to support ERS’ remediation projects, with ERS specialists providing training and support.  Typical tasks will involve:

• Data visualisation

• Review of external reports

• Waste classification

• Risk assessment: human health, water environment, occasionally gas/vapour

• Interpretative reporting

Location

The successful applicant will be based in our Glasgow (Bishopbriggs) office.

In Return...

ERS provides a competitive remuneration package, including an Employee Ownership bonus scheme, tailored to your skills, experience and requirements.

ERS is an equal opportunities employer. No applicant will be treated less favourably on the grounds of sex, marital or parental status, race, ethnic or national origin, colour, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age.

Who We’re Looking For

Our ideal candidate will have:

Your Qualifications

• A minimum of a BSc in a relevant subject, e.g. Geology, Earth/Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, etc.

Experience

• Experience of outdoor fieldwork would be beneficial

• Experience of data management/analysis in MS Excel would be beneficial

• Some experience of data visualisation or CAD/GIS would be beneficial

• Laboratory experience may be beneficial

However, this is a graduate role and we will consider all levels of experience and provide all necessary training for the right candidate.

Essential Requirements

• IT literacy (MS Office)

• Great attention to detail

• Data management and analysis skills – good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

• Full UK driving licence

• Fluency in English and the right to work in the UK

Your Personality

We're looking for someone who has:

• Excellent organisational skills

• Excellent communication skills with both colleagues and clients

• A "can do" attitude and a proactive approach

• Is a team player and shows a degree of flexibility

ERS is employee-owned and we are looking for someone who understands and associates with ERS' shared Company Values.

Interested?

If you feel that your skills, experience and personality would fit well with the ERS team, send us your CV in the strictest confidence to jobs@ersremediation.com or to Recruitment, ERS, Westerhill Road, Bishopbriggs, Glasgow G64 2QH.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted from recruitment agencies