Occupational Hygienist
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Oxfordshire | Full-time | Permanent
£27,000 - £35,000 DOE + benefits + profit share
An employee-owned environmental consultancy is expanding its Oxfordshire team and is seeking an early-career Occupational Hygienist / Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Consultant.
This is a strong opportunity to build a long-term career within a science-led consultancy that offers structured training, mentorship from senior specialists, and clear progression within a collaborative, employee-owned business.
About the company
The consultancy provides specialist occupational hygiene and environmental monitoring services across the UK, including:
* Workplace exposure monitoring
* Indoor air quality assessments
* Dust and airborne contaminant monitoring
* Technical consultancy support
* Bespoke equipment design
* Laboratory testing and analysis
As an employee-owned organisation, the company promotes shared success, technical excellence, and teamwork - supported by a profit-sharing model.
The role
This is a practical, hands-on position where you'll work closely with experienced consultants to develop both technical expertise and client-facing skills.
Key responsibilities include:
* Conducting occupational exposure assessments (dusts, fibres, VOCs, gases and airborne contaminants)
* Analysing monitoring data and producing clear technical reports
* Supporting surveys such as noise monitoring and LEV assessments (training provided)
* Assisting with client enquiries, quotations and business development
The role is primarily office-based with regular UK site work. Hybrid working is available following initial training. xsngvjr
What we're looking for
Essential
* Minimum 1 year's experience in occupational/industrial hygiene
* Experience monitoring airborne contaminants and noise
* Strong technical reporting skills
* Confident with Word and Excel
* Ability to interpret and manage large datasets
* Knowledge of COSHH, EH40 and MDHS guidance
* Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK
Desirable
* BOHS membership
* Relevant degree (Occupational Hygiene, Environmental Science or similar)
* Knowledge of IAQ frameworks (e.g. BREEAM)
* LEV testing experience
* Experience supporting quotations or commercial enquiries
* Comfortable in client-facing situations
* Willingness to travel, including occasional overnight stays
Benefits
* Employee ownership + profit share
* Support for professional memberships (BOHS, IES, IAQM)
* 7% employer pension contribution
* Private medical and dental insurance
* Company vehicle scheme (subject to availability)
* Ongoing training and development
* UK travel with occasional overseas opportunities
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Apply
To apply or learn more, contact Abi King at Penguin Recruitment.