Description
Riverside are recruiting for a Graduate Trainee Environmental Consultant to join our fully funded training programme. This role offers the opportunity to become a multidisciplinary consultant specialising in air, water, noise, vibration and COSHH—collectively known as occupational hygiene.
This is an ideal position for someone who enjoys an active, hands-on role rather than being desk-based. You’ll work in a wide variety of environments, from residential properties to commercial, industrial and historic buildings—often accessing areas not normally open to the public.
You’ll be supported through structured training, mentoring and a staged authorisation process, allowing you to build a long-term career with clear progression opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
* Supporting authorised consultants during site-based inspections and testing
* Learning to set up and use specialist monitoring equipment (air pumps, noise monitors, sampling equipment, etc.)
* Collecting accurate site data using tablet PC
* Attending multiple client sites, arriving on time and communicating professionally
* Sending samples to laboratories and assisting with technical reporting
* Taking an active and proactive approach to training and professional development
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
This role would suit someone who:
Enjoys varied, practical work and travelling to different sites
* Has an interest in environmental science, health, or workplace safety
* Is keen to learn, develop technical skills and progress long-term
* Enjoys problem-solving and producing clear, technical reports, professional, friendly and reliable
Essential Requirements:
* Degree (or near completion) in a relevant subject such as environmental science, health & safety, science or a related discipline
* Full UK driving licence and confidence driving regularly
* Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check
* Ability to successfully complete training courses, audits and exams
* Methodical approach with strong communication skills
Job Benefits
* £25,058 starting salary, rising to £27,857 after the first year
* Fully funded training through nationally recognised providers
* Long-term career development pathway (trainee → consultant → senior consultant / project manager)
* Paid company vehicle (work and private use) with fuel card (private mileage paid by the employee)
* Pension via salary exchange
* Life insurance
* Staff recognition scheme (Red Letter Days)
* Staff discount scheme (BenefitHub)
* Social and charity events
* Loyalty schemes offering enhanced sick pay and additional annual leave
* High-quality equipment including smartphone, tablet PC, tools and full safety kit
As a part of Celnor Group, we offer solutions to technical and environmental challenges for customers across a range of industries and regulatory environments. Celnor invests in the growth, development, and training of all its colleagues and was founded by TICC industry expert, Simon Parrington.