Trainee Stacks Emissions Technician

Trainee Stacks Emissions Technician

About this opportunity…

The Trainee Technician (Stack Emissions) will support the team leaders to plan and undertake accredited emissions testing campaigns. As a representative of Envirocare, the technician will visit industrial sites in the UK and abroad to perform testing in accordance with international standards and the Envirocare Quality Management System.

The technician will be expected to present in a professional and courteous manner at all times to both colleagues and customers. The technician will be expected to adopt safe behaviours at all times and is encouraged to be proactive and vocal in this regard. The technician would be expected to adopt a positive can-do attitude and follow all reasonable instructions from the assigned Team Leader, Directors, and Operations Managers.

The main responsibilities include…

• Interaction and communication with clients on site
• Undertake sampling in accordance with prescribed procedures
• Travel to customers sites
• Site inductions
• Planning and preparation of sampling equipment
• Cleaning, preparation, repair and calibration of test equipment
• Preparing SSP’s & risk assessments for review and approval
• Preparation and shipment of samples to the laboratory
• Adherence to all company H & S policy
• Adherence to all client H & S policy
• Adherence of the company QMS

Essential Skills / Experience…

• Interest in environmental monitoring and industrial processes
• A Bachelors Degree related to Environmental is advantageous
• Experience in a similar role would be advantageous, however full training will be provided
• A full driving license is essential as extensive travel, including overnight stays, will be involved
• You will be a good team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop
• You will be comfortable working outdoors, at heights, in physically strenuous situations, and where manual handling of scientific equipment is required
• Attention to detail and a desire to provide excellent customer service are desirable characteristics of the successful candidate

What we can offer our employees…

• A competitive salary
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme
• Employee perks scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• Companywide events
• Career development and progression (Professional Membership(s) paid)
• Cycle to work scheme

We are proud of our innovative nature, customer focus and drive to continually improve. We put people at the heart of what we do and employ more than 30 individuals throughout a network of three regional offices.

Who we are…

Envirocare is part of Cura Terrae, a key group of environmental consultancy and service provider. We are a leading UKAS and MCERTS accredited Stack Emission Testing and Occupational Hygiene Consultancy, we offer testing and advisory services throughout the UK, Ireland and Europe. 

As we grow the group’s stack testing teams around the UK and with a recent acquisition of Atesta, we have exciting plans to extend our network further and grow the company substantially over the coming years. 

To support our aspirations, we have an opportunity for an MCERTS Level 2 Stacks Emissions Team Leader to join the team, make a real difference and add value in delivering to our clients and colleagues. 

Additional Information…

Our culture is driven by our strength in teamwork and professionalism. We promote integrity and treat people with respect. We support each other and embrace diversity to create a place where people from every background can come together and do great things. We invest in our people and support professional development and are committed to supporting our people with their health and wellbeing.

Cura Terrae is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We provide a supportive friendly working environment, offer competitive salaries, flexible working and we are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.