Job Description
Graduate Occupational Hygienist - Newcastle - £25,000 to £30,000 + Benefits + Full Training
A well-established UK-based Environmental and Health & Safety Consultancy is seeking a Graduate Occupational Hygienist to join their growing team in Newcastle. This is an excellent opportunity for a science graduate to begin a rewarding career in occupational hygiene, working on a wide range of industrial and workplace health risk assessments.
Essential Criteria:
* A degree (BSc or MSc) in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biology, Occupational Health, or a related subject.
* Strong interest in workplace health, exposure monitoring, and safety compliance.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* A full UK driving licence.
Desirable Criteria:
* Awareness of occupational hygiene monitoring techniques (e.g., dust, fumes, noise, vibration, COSHH assessments).
* Previous experience through placements, internships, or academic projects.
* Familiarity with HSE guidance and UK workplace regulations.
The Role:You will be trained and supported by senior hygienists as you develop the technical skills required to deliver high-quality occupational hygiene assessments across industrial, construction, and public sector sites. The role combines fieldwork, data analysis, and technical reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conducting workplace exposure monitoring for noise, dust, fumes, and other hazards.
* Supporting COSHH risk assessments and health surveillance.
* Assisting with report writing and recommendations for compliance.
* Visiting a wide variety of client sites across the region.
* Developing your knowledge of UK legislation and industry best practice.
This is a full-time, field and office-based role in Newcastle, offering structured training, competitive salary (£25,000-£30,000), full mentoring, company pension, paid travel expenses, and long-term career progression into specialist or chartered roles.
If you are interested in this or other graduate roles in Environmental or Occupational Health, please do not hesitate to contact Aidan Morgan at or call .
We have many more vacancies available on our website.This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.