We are looking for a self-motivated, driven and adaptable individual who enjoys a challenge to work alongside our energetic team in Bristol. The role requires a CAN-DO attitude, an ability to learn from any losses and celebrate every win. We are a fast-paced business with plenty of opportunities for growth so if this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you
About Us
GRS is the country's number one trader of primary, recycled and secondary aggregates in the construction industry. We are unique in that we're able to source and supply materials nationwide, making use of road, rail, river and marine to get materials to wherever they're needed. We are proud to be a leader in low-carbon secondary aggregates sustainably produced and sustainably delivered
GRS Stone Supplies is a joint venture business within the GRS Group, the country's number one trader of primary, recycled and secondary aggregates in the construction industry. GRS Stone Supplies currently operate 3 inert landfills and 1 waste treatment station within the Southwest, with the capacity to accept in excess of 1.5 million tonnes of Construction, Demolition and Excavation waste per annum. We are looking to recruit a Technical Waste Advisor to join our Environmental & Compliance Team to support our growth plans.
THE ROLE
The Technical Waste Advisor is responsible for assessing and classifying waste to determine its suitability for our facilities, ensuring full compliance with Waste Acceptance Procedures, environmental permits, legal and regulatory requirements. The role involves reviewing technical data, liaising with customers, and occasionally attending site visits to support waste assessments and segregation controls are in place. The Advisor will also coordinate onsite verification testing, ensure timely sampling, and confirm laboratory results meet our Waste Acceptance Criteria. Strong administration, IT (particularly Excel), and analytical skills are essential to ensure enquiries are accurately logged and approved jobs are set up correctly within our systems. Where waste is unsuitable for our facilities, the Advisor will support the sales team in identifying alternative treatment or disposal options.
Key Responsibilities
The duties are many and varied, but the list below is considered to be the basic requirement:
In conjunction with the Environmental Compliance Manager, ensure day-to-day compliance of waste movements with the region.
Review ground & site investigation report / soil reports / basic characterisation and waste classifications to support the acceptance of waste into our facilities.
Approve/reject material, looking for opportunities to segregate material where possible.
Record all waste enquiries on SoilFLO, our waste acceptance and weighbridge system.
When required, dealing with the customers / sites - either directly or alongside the sales personnel - to advise and assist on waste matters, whether this be over the phone or onsite.
Co-ordinate and support the management of our onsite verification testing procedures at each of our sites. To include, site testing, coordinating couriers, assessing and recording the results, and confirming whether the results meet our internal acceptance criteria.
Escalate any non-conformance and support any corrective measures accordingly.
Liaise with consultants and laboratories to support the compliance of our business activities.
Advise on waste classifications and characterisation, potential disposal points or any other options that may offer a commercial gain.
Responsibility for compliance and discharging legal duties with regards to HR and Health & Safety to promote a safe, equitable and legally compliant workplace.
KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO DO THE JOB
GCSEs in Maths, English and Science (essential); BSc Environmental Science (desirable).
Knowledge of Duty of Care requirements, waste legislation, WM3 guidance, Landfill Directive and CD&E waste.
Strong analytical, problemsolving and communication skills, with the ability to interpret complex technical information.
Experience in soil analysis interpretation, WM3 hazardous waste classification, Waste Acceptance Criteria assessment and waste management (essential).
Desirable experience in environmental permitting, soil sampling and HazWasteOnline.
Proficient IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.
PEOPLE ARE AT THE HEART OF EVERYTHING WE DO
GRS is a fast-paced, dynamic business with plenty of opportunities to fulfil your potential and achieve success. Most of our directors and senior managers started in junior roles and have worked their way up over the years. GRS is a great place to work and develop a career. Here are just a few of the advantages:
23 days holiday + 8 statutory days with a Christmas shut down
Supportive and fun team environment
Statutory pension contribution
Career development opportunities
GRS Academy & Personal development - development is in your hands
EAP with a 24-hour 7 day a week GP service
Cycle-to-work scheme