85 Remediation jobs in the United Kingdom

Remediation Site Manager - National Travel

We are looking for an experienced Remediation Site Manager to join a leading environmental contractor delivering remediation and regeneration projects across the UK. This role involves regular national travel, with accommodation and expenses provided. On offer is a competitive salary, company car allowance, access to training and development and the opportunity to work with a well-established group.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day site operations on remediation projects

• Manage subcontractors and site staff to ensure safe and efficient delivery

• Ensure all health, safety, and environmental standards are met

• Work closely with project managers and technical teams to achieve project targets

• Provide regular reporting and updates on progress

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Remediation Site Manager, Site Supervisor, or similar role

• Strong knowledge of remediation, earthworks, or construction operations

• Excellent leadership and communication skills

• Understanding of health & safety regulations

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary and package

• Accommodation and travel expenses covered

• Opportunity to work on major UK remediation and regeneration projects

• Career development with a market-leading organisation

If you're a driven Remediation Site Manager looking for your next opportunity, apply now with your CV.

• Lead the planning, execution, and interpretation of soil investigations for contamination assessments and remediation projects.
• Develop conceptual site models and risk assessments based on soil and groundwater data.
• Design and oversee the implementation of innovative soil remediation strategies (e.g., bioremediation, phytoremediation, ex-situ treatments).
• Ensure all fieldwork and laboratory analyses meet regulatory requirements and quality standards.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports, including site investigation reports, risk assessments, and remediation action plans.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and client communications effectively.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior scientists and project teams.
• Stay current with advancements in soil science, environmental chemistry, and remediation technologies.
• Liaise with regulatory agencies, clients, and other stakeholders to facilitate project approvals and successful outcomes.
• Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal writing and client relationship management.
• Evaluate the environmental impact of proposed developments and industrial activities.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety protocols during all field operations.

• Master's or Ph.D. in Soil Science, Environmental Science, Geochemistry, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in soil science, environmental assessment, and remediation.
• In-depth knowledge of soil chemistry, soil physics, contaminant transport, and remediation technologies.
• Proven experience in managing complex environmental projects from conception to completion.
• Familiarity with relevant environmental regulations and guidelines (e.g., CLR11).
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data interpretation and reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience mentoring junior staff.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in GIS software and database management is highly desirable.
• Professional certifications (e.g., SiLC, PG) are a strong asset.

• Conduct comprehensive site investigations for contaminated land, including soil and groundwater sampling.
• Interpret analytical data from soil and water samples to identify contaminants and assess risks.
• Develop and implement tailored soil remediation strategies and action plans.
• Design and manage remediation projects, including in-situ and ex-situ treatment methods.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental regulations and permitting requirements.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, including site investigation findings, risk assessments, and remediation plans.
• Provide expert advice to clients, regulators, and internal teams on soil science and environmental issues.
• Oversee the work of junior scientists and field technicians.
• Collaborate with geologists, hydrogeologists, and engineers on integrated site solutions.
• Monitor the effectiveness of remediation activities and adjust strategies as needed.
• Contribute to the development of best practices in contaminated land management.

• Master's degree or PhD in Soil Science, Environmental Science, Geology, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in soil science, environmental assessment, and remediation.
• Proven experience in designing and managing contaminated land remediation projects.
• Strong knowledge of soil chemistry, contaminant fate and transport, and remediation technologies.
• Proficiency in interpreting analytical data and conducting risk assessments.
• Excellent field sampling and site characterization skills.
• Familiarity with relevant environmental legislation and guidelines.
• Strong report writing and technical communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A valid UK driving license and willingness to travel to project sites.
• This is an on-site role requiring hands-on expertise.

• Leading and managing soil and groundwater investigations, including intrusive site sampling and characterization.
• Conducting detailed chemical and physical analysis of soil and groundwater samples.
• Interpreting site investigation data and developing Conceptual Site Models (CSMs) to understand contaminant pathways and risks.
• Designing and implementing remediation strategies for contaminated land, including excavation, in-situ treatment, and containment methods.
• Preparing comprehensive technical reports, including site investigation reports, risk assessments, remediation strategies, and completion reports.
• Ensuring all work is carried out in compliance with relevant environmental legislation and industry standards (e.g., BS10175, relevant EA guidance).
• Providing expert advice on soil contamination issues to clients, regulators, and internal teams.
• Developing and mentoring junior environmental scientists and engineers.
• Liaising with regulatory bodies, clients, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Estimating costs and preparing tender proposals for environmental investigation and remediation projects.
• Contributing to the development of the company’s technical expertise in soil science and land contamination.
• Overseeing the safe execution of site works, including the management of drilling contractors and site personnel.

• A Master's degree or PhD in Soil Science, Environmental Science, Geology, or a closely related discipline.
• A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in contaminated land assessment and remediation.
• Strong knowledge of soil chemistry, geochemistry, contaminant hydrogeology, and environmental fate and transport processes.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing various remediation technologies.
• Proficiency in using GIS and groundwater modeling software is an advantage.
• Excellent understanding of UK environmental regulations and guidelines related to land contamination.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly.
• Full UK driving license is required.

Job Title: Remediation Analyst

Duration: 6 months

Location: Manchester/Hybrid

Salary: Competitive

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

Are you detail-oriented and ready to dive into the exciting world of banking compliance? Our client is looking for two enthusiastic Remediation Analysts to join their dynamic Controls & Remediation team! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy coordinating activities that drive results, we want to hear from you!

Role Summary:

As a Remediation Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring timely and compliant resolution of identified issues. You will coordinate remediation activities, track progress, and engage with both internal and external clients to create seamless workflows.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage end-to-end remediation workflows:

• Create and maintain comprehensive remediation trackers (spreadsheets, databases)
• Log and monitor action items, deadlines, and statuses

Conduct regular outreach to stakeholders and clients:

• Schedule calls, capture requirements, and follow up on deliverables
• draught clear, professional emails and meeting notes
• Prepare status reports and presentations for senior management and regulators
• Identify gaps, escalate risks, and propose corrective actions in a timely manner
• Ensure all documentation is accurate, audit-ready, and stored in accordance with policy
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Risk, Compliance, IT, Operations) to drive closure

What You Bring:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication abilities, both written and verbal
• Experience in managing stakeholder relationships
• Ability to work independently while thriving in a team environment
• Familiarity with regulatory and audit commitments in the banking industry is a plus

Ready to embark on this exciting journey?

If you're motivated, enthusiastic, and ready to make a difference, we invite you to apply! Join our client in the heart of Manchester and play a key role in driving compliance and remediation initiatives.

How to Apply:

To apply for this opportunity, please apply with an up-to-date CV.

Please note that if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours, your application may not have been successful on this occasion. However, we may keep your details on file for future vacancies and contact you accordingly.

Pontoon is an equal opportunities employer and an employment consultancy.

Engineer – Remediation Projects

Location: Offices in Cardiff, Warrington, or Theale (UK-wide travel required)
Salary: £30,000 – £0,000 + allowances + benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: Immediate

About the Company

We’re working with a leading remediation and enabling works contractor with over 30 years of experience delivering complex brownfield and environmental projects across the UK. The business is recognised for technical innovation, sustainable practices, and the ability to deliver end-to-end solutions for some of the UK’s most challenging sites.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary: £30k – 40k

• Daily allowances & overnight stays covered

• 25 days holiday (rising with length of service)

• Private healthcare (after probation)

• Pension scheme – 4% employee / 6% employer contributions

• Life assurance – 4x annual salary

• Paid volunteering days

• Career development & progression opportunities

• Early Friday finishes (site teams usually finish around lunchtime)

• Immediate start available

The Role

We’re looking for Engineers to join the SAR Operations team . This is a hands-on, site-based role , working outdoors and supporting project teams in delivering safe, high-quality remediation projects across the UK.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising site activities and subcontractors

• Mobilising, operating, and maintaining specialist remediation equipment

• Supporting project delivery in line with Health, Safety, and Environmental standards

• Carrying out site checks, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring compliance

• Assisting in the deployment and commissioning of remediation systems

• Building strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and subcontractors

• Regular UK travel and overnight stays (occasional Sunday night travel; early Friday finishes)

What We’re Looking For:

• Ideally, experience in remediation, contaminated land, or environmental engineering

• Open to candidates from technical / mechanical / construction backgrounds with a strong interest in remediation

• Practical, hands-on approach and willingness to work outdoors

• Flexibility to travel regularly across the UK with overnight stays

• Strong focus on Health & Safety

• Good IT, organisational, and communication skills

• Full UK driving licence (essential)

Progression to Senior Engineer

For candidates with greater experience, there is the opportunity to step into a Senior Engineer role, taking on additional responsibility for leading site teams, managing subcontractors, overseeing safety and quality, and mentoring junior engineers.

If this sounds like the role for you, Apply Now. Contact Mark at Up Front Recruitment for more details.

Engineer – Remediation Projects

Location: Offices in Cardiff, Warrington, or Theale (UK-wide travel required)
Salary: £30,000 – £0,000 + allowances + benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: Immediate

About the Company

We’re working with a leading remediation and enabling works contractor with over 30 years of experience delivering complex brownfield and environmental projects across the UK. The business is recognised for technical innovation, sustainable practices, and the ability to deliver end-to-end solutions for some of the UK’s most challenging sites.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary: £30k – 40k

• Daily allowances & overnight stays covered

• 25 days holiday (rising with length of service)

• Private healthcare (after probation)

• Pension scheme – 4% employee / 6% employer contributions

• Life assurance – 4x annual salary

• Paid volunteering days

• Career development & progression opportunities

• Early Friday finishes (site teams usually finish around lunchtime)

• Immediate start available

The Role

We’re looking for Engineers to join the SAR Operations team . This is a hands-on, site-based role , working outdoors and supporting project teams in delivering safe, high-quality remediation projects across the UK.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising site activities and subcontractors

• Mobilising, operating, and maintaining specialist remediation equipment

• Supporting project delivery in line with Health, Safety, and Environmental standards

• Carrying out site checks, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring compliance

• Assisting in the deployment and commissioning of remediation systems

• Building strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and subcontractors

• Regular UK travel and overnight stays (occasional Sunday night travel; early Friday finishes)

What We’re Looking For:

• Ideally, experience in remediation, contaminated land, or environmental engineering

• Open to candidates from technical / mechanical / construction backgrounds with a strong interest in remediation

• Practical, hands-on approach and willingness to work outdoors

• Flexibility to travel regularly across the UK with overnight stays

• Strong focus on Health & Safety

• Good IT, organisational, and communication skills

• Full UK driving licence (essential)

Progression to Senior Engineer

For candidates with greater experience, there is the opportunity to step into a Senior Engineer role, taking on additional responsibility for leading site teams, managing subcontractors, overseeing safety and quality, and mentoring junior engineers.

If this sounds like the role for you, Apply Now. Contact Mark at Up Front Recruitment for more details.

We are seeking a talented Remediation Engineer to support the delivery of innovative remediation solutions across the UK. This role involves national travel and offers the chance to work on a diverse range of earthworks and treatment projects.

The successful applicant will join a well-established company with an excellent reputation and decades of success in delivering sustainable environmental solutions. You'll become part of a trusted team where your contribution will make a real difference to the environment and local communities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and delivery of remediation projects
• Support earthworks, in-situ and ex-situ treatment activities
• Prepare technical reports, risk assessments, and method statements
• Work collaboratively with contractors, clients, and project teams

Requirements:

• Experience as a Remediation Engineer or in a related environmental/engineering role
• Knowledge of contaminated land, remediation techniques, or large-scale earthworks
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility to travel nationwide

What's on Offer:

• Exciting and varied projects
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A supportive team environment
• A competitive salary, use of a company vehicle, and other benefits

If you're ready to progress your career as a Remediation Engineer, apply today.

Engineer – Remediation

Cardiff, Reading or Warrington area.

About the Role
We’re looking for an Engineer to join our client's remediation team. You'll be working alongside Senior Engineers, Site Managers, and Project Managers to deliver safe, high-quality, and compliant remediation projects. You’ll be involved in deploying and maintaining specialist equipment, supervising site activities, and ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards in line with remediation plans and company procedures.

This role is ideal for someone with strong technical know-how, a practical approach, and a genuine interest in environmental improvement.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Promoting a culture of shared responsibility for health and safety across the team and wider public.

• Ensuring work is delivered in a socially and environmentally responsible way.

• Supervising site activities and equipment, including subcontractors.

• Leading the deployment of equipment to site, ensuring efficient installation and commissioning.

• Maintaining accurate records of equipment installation, staff training, and handover processes.

• Implementing preventative and routine maintenance checks (e.g. LOLER, PUWER) to ensure compliance with UK Health & Safety legislation.

• Monitoring facilities and resources, making recommendations for improvements where needed.

• Communicating regularly with Project Managers to support smooth project delivery and minimise downtime.

• Using online incident and fault reporting systems to ensure issues are logged and resolved promptly.

• Identifying efficiencies in current practices and suggesting improvements.

• Building strong working relationships with clients, contractors, and colleagues.

What We’re Looking For

• Knowledge and understanding of remediation engineering techniques, with the ability to apply them effectively.

• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

• Educated to a good standard in English and Maths.

• Ideally, a professional qualification in Engineering or a related discipline.

• Knowledge of safe systems of work.

• Good IT skills and the ability to prepare professional documentation.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, confident working with clients, colleagues, and contractors.

• A flexible team player who is happy to work outdoors in varying conditions.

• Health & Safety qualifications (e.g. COSHH, Asbestos Awareness) are desirable.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a company committed to delivering sustainable, environmentally beneficial projects.

• Gain hands-on experience with varied remediation technologies.

• Work with a supportive team who value collaboration and professional growth.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.