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Head of Geo-Environmental

DE1, Derby , United Kingdom

Property & Construction jobs >> Skilled Trade

Negotiable

Permanent

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Vacancy No 5349

Vacancy Title Head of Geo-Environmental

Location: Hybrid – 3 days in the office, 2 days from home

Vacancy Description

Are you an experienced geo-environmental specialist ready to step into a leadership role?

Our client is seeking a proactive and commercially minded Head of Geo-Environmental to take charge of their established but growing department. This is a key management position where you’ll be responsible for delivering a wide range of services — including ground investigations, waste assessments, and geo-environmental testing — while developing your team and helping shape the future of the business.

What the role involves:

* Managing day-to-day operations across both lab and site-based services

* Leading and developing a technical team with a supportive, hands-on management style

* Monitoring budgets, analysing KPIs, and ensuring profitable performance

* Preparing and reviewing reports to ensure high technical and quality standards

* Building and maintaining strong client relationships

* Contributing to business growth and strategic direction, including client development and proposal writing

* Ensuring compliance with UKAS, ISO 17025, internal quality standards, and all relevant health & safety policies.

What they’re looking for

* Solid experience in ground investigation, contaminated land, waste classification, and geo-environmental testing

* A degree in Geology, Environmental Chemistry, or a related field (preferred)

* A strong understanding of health and safety procedures, including RAMS and PPE use

* Proven leadership skills with a collaborative, forward-thinking mindset

* Excellent communication and analytical skills

* Willingness to travel occasionally and stay overnight when needed

* A full UK driving licence

What’s on offer:

* Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote)

* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy extra days and increased entitlement with length of service

* Enhanced family leave (6 months full pay for maternity/adoption/shared parental, 2 weeks full paternity pay)

* Annual bonus scheme and regular salary reviews

* Enhanced pension contributions

* Life assurance (4x salary)

* Access to EAP, 24/7 GP support, and eye care vouchers

* Cycle to Work scheme and a branded welcome pack

* Milestone recognition, from sabbaticals to personal gifts and charity donations

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career with a forward-thinking and supportive organisation

No. of positions available*: 1
Salary: Negotiable
Experience: None
Education: None
Post Date: June 21, 2025
Job id:. CV-89250
Position Type: Permanent
Applicants: 0
Views: 5

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