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