16 Environmental Engineering jobs in Huddersfield

Position overview

As a result of continued growth, my client  seek to appoint a Sales Representative preferably with experience within the waste management sector to cover mainly South Yorkshire with some coverage of North Derbyshire.

This position will see you working closely with all departments to drive sales and identify new commercial opportunities. You will communicate with both new and existing customers, being informative and understanding of their requirements.

You will be capable of identifying and developing new business opportunities in order to attain your sales targets. Within this role, you will also be required to generate reports detailing new business, growth organically and from new business.

Good knowledge of excel, word and PowerPoint is needed. Excellent organisational skills and a good work ethic are essential to the role, along with the ability to work within a team and communicate to a range of commercial customers

Duties include • Selling on contract a comprehenisve range of waste disposal solutions to commercial customers

• Cold calling, generating new business leads, building a strong regional pipeline, and knowledge of your allocated area

• Develop and demonstrate commercial awareness

• Manage workload effectively to deliver agreed targeted sales

• Provide an outstanding level of customer service

• Attending commercial exhibitions, business Expo’s, Networking events to further promote the business

• Selling to new clients, this will require motivation, and ability to handle objections

Experience and key skills required

• Previous experience within the waste management sector desirable

• Be able to demonstrate good communication skills at stakeholder level

• Comfortable with cold calling, making own appointments and managing time effectively

 • Self-motivated, able to demonstrate in previous roles target achievement

• Fluent in both spoken and written English

• IT literate, must have good understanding of excel, word and powerpoint

• Professional telephone manner

• Full UK driving licence

Maintenance Technician (Nights) - Waste and Recycling

West Yorkshire

£35,000-£45,000

Nights

We're seeking a hands-on and enthusiastic Maintenance Fitter to support the smooth operation of our UK-based waste management facility.

Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll maintain and repair essential machinery such as conveyors and excavators, ensuring everything runs safely and efficiently.

• Carry out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on a range of plant machinery, including conveyor systems, shredders, excavators, and more.
li>Diagnosis and Repair: Troubleshoot machinery issues, diagnose faults, and perform necessary repairs, replacements, or adjustments to ensure optimal performance.
• Preventative Maintenance: Implement preventative maintenance programs to minimize equipment breakdowns and downtime.
• Safety and Compliance: Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations and environmental standards, including proper waste handling.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive records of maintenance activities, including logs of inspections, repairs, and spare parts inventory.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with other maintenance staff and engineering teams to address complex issues and improve overall plant operations.

Requirements

• Just a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and a passion for making a difference.
• Qualifications in plant maintenance, mechanical engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in plant maintenance, preferably in a waste management or industrial setting.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of heavy plant machinery and associated equipment.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Commitment to safety and environmental responsibility

Position overview

As a result of continued growth, my client  seek to appoint a Sales Representative preferably with experience within the waste management sector to cover mainly South Yorkshire with some coverage of North Derbyshire.

This position will see you working closely with all departments to drive sales and identify new commercial opportunities. You will communicate with both new and existing customers, being informative and understanding of their requirements.

You will be capable of identifying and developing new business opportunities in order to attain your sales targets. Within this role, you will also be required to generate reports detailing new business, growth organically and from new business.

Good knowledge of excel, word and PowerPoint is needed. Excellent organisational skills and a good work ethic are essential to the role, along with the ability to work within a team and communicate to a range of commercial customers

Duties include • Selling on contract a comprehenisve range of waste disposal solutions to commercial customers

• Cold calling, generating new business leads, building a strong regional pipeline, and knowledge of your allocated area

• Develop and demonstrate commercial awareness

• Manage workload effectively to deliver agreed targeted sales

• Provide an outstanding level of customer service

• Attending commercial exhibitions, business Expo’s, Networking events to further promote the business

• Selling to new clients, this will require motivation, and ability to handle objections

Experience and key skills required

• Previous experience within the waste management sector desirable

• Be able to demonstrate good communication skills at stakeholder level

• Comfortable with cold calling, making own appointments and managing time effectively

 • Self-motivated, able to demonstrate in previous roles target achievement

• Fluent in both spoken and written English

• IT literate, must have good understanding of excel, word and powerpoint

• Professional telephone manner

• Full UK driving licence

Business Development Manager (Waste Management/ Aggregates)

Bury

50,000 + (OTE 60-70k) Commission + Amazing Progression Available + Company Bonus + Training + Benefits + Company Car

Are you a someone from a sales background looking to become a Business Development Manager with a background in waste management or aggregates, looking for a stable, office-based role where you can take full ownership of your own desk, manage the entire sales process from start to finish, and build long-term client relationships within a close-knit company that values its people, offers real progression, and prides itself on doing things differently?

Do you want the opportunity to join a respected leader in waste compliance and management that delivers tailored solutions to commercial and domestic customers across the UK? This is a company that puts compliance, transparency, and sustainability at the heart of everything they do, and they are looking for someone who shares those values.

On offer is a fantastic opening to join a growing team in a business that is challenging traditional waste management practices. You will benefit from permanent fixed pricing, a network of trusted providers, and an ethical, environmentally-friendly approach that sets them apart from the competition. With genuine progression and training on offer, this is a role where you can grow with the business, shape your own desk, and carve out a long-term career.

In the role you will be responsible for building and managing a pipeline of new business opportunities, handling inbound sales enquiries, and supporting existing customers with waste management solutions. You will manage the process from start to finish, liaising with clients and providers, preparing compliant documentation, and ensuring the highest levels of customer service. This is predominantly office-based Monday to Friday, giving you the stability of managing your own desk while remaining at the forefront of an exciting, fast-growing sector.

This role would suit someone from a sales background looking to become a Business Development Manager with a background in waste management or aggregates, looking for a stable, office-based role where you can take full ownership of your own desk, manage the entire sales process from start to finish, and build long-term client relationships within a close-knit company that values its people, offers real progression, and prides itself on doing things differently.

The Role:

• Manage and grow a B2B client pipeline with tailored waste solutions
• Oversee enquiries and sales from start to finish, ensuring compliance
• Play a key role in a growing business with long-term progression opportunities

The Person:

• Sales background
• Waste management, aggregates experience preferred but not essential
• Based in Bury or easily commutable

Keywords: Business Development Manager, Waste Management, Aggregates, B2B Sales, Pipeline Management, Compliance, Environmental, Office-Based, Midlands

Reference Number: BBBH21541

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

Business Development Manager (Waste Management/ Aggregates)

Bury

50,000 + (OTE 60-70k) Commission + Amazing Progression Available + Company Bonus + Training + Benefits + Company Car

Are you a someone from a sales background looking to become a Business Development Manager with a background in waste management or aggregates, looking for a stable, office-based role where you can take full ownership of your own desk, manage the entire sales process from start to finish, and build long-term client relationships within a close-knit company that values its people, offers real progression, and prides itself on doing things differently?

Do you want the opportunity to join a respected leader in waste compliance and management that delivers tailored solutions to commercial and domestic customers across the UK? This is a company that puts compliance, transparency, and sustainability at the heart of everything they do, and they are looking for someone who shares those values.

On offer is a fantastic opening to join a growing team in a business that is challenging traditional waste management practices. You will benefit from permanent fixed pricing, a network of trusted providers, and an ethical, environmentally-friendly approach that sets them apart from the competition. With genuine progression and training on offer, this is a role where you can grow with the business, shape your own desk, and carve out a long-term career.

In the role you will be responsible for building and managing a pipeline of new business opportunities, handling inbound sales enquiries, and supporting existing customers with waste management solutions. You will manage the process from start to finish, liaising with clients and providers, preparing compliant documentation, and ensuring the highest levels of customer service. This is predominantly office-based Monday to Friday, giving you the stability of managing your own desk while remaining at the forefront of an exciting, fast-growing sector.

This role would suit someone from a sales background looking to become a Business Development Manager with a background in waste management or aggregates, looking for a stable, office-based role where you can take full ownership of your own desk, manage the entire sales process from start to finish, and build long-term client relationships within a close-knit company that values its people, offers real progression, and prides itself on doing things differently.

The Role:

• Manage and grow a B2B client pipeline with tailored waste solutions
• Oversee enquiries and sales from start to finish, ensuring compliance
• Play a key role in a growing business with long-term progression opportunities

The Person:

• Sales background
• Waste management, aggregates experience preferred but not essential
• Based in Bury or easily commutable

Keywords: Business Development Manager, Waste Management, Aggregates, B2B Sales, Pipeline Management, Compliance, Environmental, Office-Based, Midlands

Reference Number: BBBH21541

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

Business Development Manager (Waste Management/ Aggregates)

Bury

£50,000 + (OTE 60-70k) Commission + Amazing Progression Available + Company Bonus + Training + Benefits + Company Car

Are you a someone from a sales background looking to become a Business Development Manager with a background in waste management or aggregates, looking for a stable, office-based role where you can take full ownership of.

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WASTE PLANT OPERATIVE - (Within WASTE MANAGEMENT)

SHIFTS: DAYS & NIGHT shifts (From: 6am - 6pm / 6pm - 6am) 12 hour shifts.

This company operate 7 days per week.

LOCATION: Knottingley WF11 0HP

This role is a Temporary role STARTING ASAP!

HRGO Recruitment are recruiting for Plant Operatives to work in a busy Waste Plant within the Knottingley WF11 area.

Key Responsibilities:

- Effectively and continuously monitor all plant processing,

- Sorting machines and screens making sure they are clean and operating to their maximum efficiency.

- Ensure all processes meet safety and quality standards and regulatory requirements.

- Plan and manage emergency protocols related to waste treatment processes.

- To respond to any m/c issues, plant bottlenecks or blockages & react to plant alarms rectifying or reporting accordingly.

Please note This role is very dusty within the plant operation,

PPE Masks are used in this area.

Overview:

• Make sure that all landings, walkways and stairs are kept free of debris at all times and that any work being carried out is done so in a manner that does not restrict the safe access to keep effective checks on all plant machines and equipment.
• Ensure all landings and machines are kept clean at all times, any areas that are causing spillage should be reported and/or rectified as quickly and effectively as possible.
• Make sure that at the start and end of every shift the relevant paperwork is completed accurately to confirm that an effective shift hand over has taken place, everything that needed to be communicated from the previous shifts Plant Operatives has been and that the Plant has been handed over so that it can be operated in a safe working environment.
• Make sure that any issues found are acted upon accordingly at all times or reported as required.
• Keep all machines free of a build-up of dust.
• Relieve other plant operative roles as required to cover break times and holiday cover.
• Make sure all waste streams are monitored throughout the shift and any adverse variations are addressed quickly and effectively.
• To assist Maintenance during plant downtimes making sure you are either supervised or fully conversant with the task requirements and safety needs.

Key Skills:

• A good knowledge of health and safety practices
• Possess good leadership skills and abilities
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Excellent attention to detail
• Possess good I.T skills
• Possess logical fault-finding skills
• Ability work manage multiple workloads simultaneously.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Have a good understanding of the 5s culture.

For more details please contact Michelle Ings at HRGO Recruitment - East London Branch on (phone number removed)

Please register at (url removed) before contacting.

WASTE PLANT OPERATIVE - (Within WASTE MANAGEMENT)

SHIFTS: DAYS & NIGHT shifts (From: 6am - 6pm / 6pm - 6am) 12 hour shifts.

This company operate 7 days per week.

LOCATION: Knottingley WF11 0HP

This role is a Temporary role STARTING ASAP!

HRGO Recruitment are recruiting for Plant Operatives to work in a busy Waste Plant within the Knottingley WF11 area.

Key Responsibilities:

- Effectively and continuously monitor all plant processing,

- Sorting machines and screens making sure they are clean and operating to their maximum efficiency.

- Ensure all processes meet safety and quality standards and regulatory requirements.

- Plan and manage emergency protocols related to waste treatment processes.

- To respond to any m/c issues, plant bottlenecks or blockages & react to plant alarms rectifying or reporting accordingly.

Please note This role is very dusty within the plant operation,

PPE Masks are used in this area.

Overview:

• Make sure that all landings, walkways and stairs are kept free of debris at all times and that any work being carried out is done so in a manner that does not restrict the safe access to keep effective checks on all plant machines and equipment.
• Ensure all landings and machines are kept clean at all times, any areas that are causing spillage should be reported and/or rectified as quickly and effectively as possible.
• Make sure that at the start and end of every shift the relevant paperwork is completed accurately to confirm that an effective shift hand over has taken place, everything that needed to be communicated from the previous shifts Plant Operatives has been and that the Plant has been handed over so that it can be operated in a safe working environment.
• Make sure that any issues found are acted upon accordingly at all times or reported as required.
• Keep all machines free of a build-up of dust.
• Relieve other plant operative roles as required to cover break times and holiday cover.
• Make sure all waste streams are monitored throughout the shift and any adverse variations are addressed quickly and effectively.
• To assist Maintenance during plant downtimes making sure you are either supervised or fully conversant with the task requirements and safety needs.

Key Skills:

• A good knowledge of health and safety practices
• Possess good leadership skills and abilities
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Excellent attention to detail
• Possess good I.T skills
• Possess logical fault-finding skills
• Ability work manage multiple workloads simultaneously.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Have a good understanding of the 5s culture.

For more details please contact Michelle Ings at HRGO Recruitment - East London Branch on (phone number removed)

Please register at (url removed) before contacting.

This is a full-time, permanent position. Working alongside an experienced team based in Sheffield, serving  7 UK offices on projects across the UK, you will get involved with a wide variety of geotechnical and land contamination projects covering sectors including energy, infrastructure, renewable energy, development/regeneration projects and local authorities.
What you can expect in this position:
As a geo-environmental engineer you’ll be responsible for undertaking project investigations, with a focus on site-based work. This will include both geo-environmental and geotechnical site investigations, data interpretation and reporting. The role would suit someone with a proactive ‘can do’ approach, close attention to detail, enthusiasm to get the job done well and ability to get on with a wide range of people.

What you'll be doing:

• Undertaking Preliminary Risk Assessments (Phase 1 Desk Studies) and intrusive site investigations for environmental and/or geotechnical purposes in line with national standards and codes of practice.
li>Managing fieldwork activities including supervising drilling and excavation works, and undertaking gas and groundwater monitoring, groundwater sampling and surface water sampling. You will be logging rocks and soils and carrying out in situ testing.
• Supervising Remediation and Earthworks projects and liaising with Contractors to ensure works are executed in line with an approved specification.
• Supporting the project managers in planning new projects including liaising with subcontractors and suppliers and preparing health, safety, environment and quality documentation.
• Scheduling soil, rock and water samples for chemical and geotechnical laboratory testing.
• Splitting your time approximately 50/50 site works to office time with occasional requirement to stay away from home for the more distant projects.
• Writing factual and interpretative reports.
• Supporting Managers in preparing fee proposals.

What we're looking for:

• BSc degree level qualified in Geology, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science or a related subject essential.
• • 1-3 years previous relevant work experience

Position: Geo-Environmental Engineer
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< i>Experience supervising windowless sampling, trial pitting etc, including management of sub-contractors and on site safety
• Rock core logging capabilities is advantageous but not essential
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including report writing
• Ability to multi-task, plan and prioritise workload
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible and adaptive
• Skilled with Microsoft Office applications in particular Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of Openground logging software advantageous, but not essential.
• Proactive approach to professional development with current (or aspiring) membership of a relevant professional body
• Full manual UK driving licence and own vehicle essential.

Salary & benefits:
• £commensurate with experience
• Competitive Contributory Pension Scheme
• Free life assurance cover
• Employee discount scheme to save money on everyday purchases
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, EV Salary sacrifice and cycle to work schemes and private health care
• Support with continued professional development and your pathway to professional qualification, and payment of professional membership fees.
• Use of company van
• Employee Social Fund with organised events quarterly organised by each office