Graduate Environmental Scientist

Job title: Graduate Environmental Scientist

Salary: (phone number removed)

Location: Stoke on Trent

No previous Experience required

Are you a recent Environmental Science graduate eager to kickstart your career in a dynamic and professional environment? We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join an award-winning team of environmental scientists. This graduate opportunity offers an excellent chance to develop your skills, gain hands-on experience, and grow within a supportive organisation while contributing to impactful, environmentally focused projects.

Key Responsibilities:As a Graduate Environmental Scientist, you will:

• Assist in the execution and management of environmental projects in various sectors.
• Conduct fieldwork, including environmental sampling, monitoring, and assessments.
• Analyse qualitative and quantitative data to support research and decision-making processes.
• Prepare technical reports, compliance documentation, and environmental impact assessments (EIAs).
• Develop and implement GIS-based spatial analysis and mapping for environmental projects.
• Support risk assessments and mitigation planning for environmental and sustainability issues.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project deliverables align with technical specifications.
• Assist with environmental audits, inspections, and monitoring programmes.
• Learn and apply industry-specific tools and software for environmental modelling and analysis.
• Provide administrative and data management support, including data validation and maintenance of databases.
• Adhere to local, national, and international environmental regulations and reporting standards.
• Liaise with stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies, under supervision.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of innovative sustainability solutions.

Required Qualifications/attributes:To thrive in this graduate environmental scientist role, you should possess:

• A degree in Environmental Science / Environmental Engineering or a related discipline. Advanced coursework or certifications (GIS, environmental risk assessment, etc.) are a plus.
• Proficiency with technical tools, such as GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS), environmental monitoring instrumentation
• Strong analytical and organisational skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Technical writing skills with the ability to draft clear, concise, and comprehensive reports.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Located in or near Stoke on Trent
• Full UK driving licence
• Full right permanently to work in the UK

Company Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation graduate environmental scientist salary (phone number removed)
• Industry Training: Exposure to cutting-edge tools and mentorship
• Career progression
• Technical Development
• Professional Certifications
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid/remote work opportunities.
• Wellness Initiatives
• Generous pension scheme & holiday allowance

If you think you fit this criteria and are interested in this graduate environmental scientist position, please get in touch now!

Interested in this or other geotechnical/geoenvironmental roles? Please do not hesitate to contact Joel Bullen on (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role.Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.