Trainee Environmental Technician

Overview Element has an opportunity for a Trainee Stack Emissions Testing Technician. The Stack Emissions Testing Technician will visit industrial facilities in the South East with occassional travel elsewhere in the UK, to undertake stack emissions testing in accordance with international standards, our ISO 17025 accredited Quality Management System (QMS), and Monitoring Certification Scheme (MCERTS). You will work under the direct supervision of the Stack Emissions Testing Team Leader during site visits and report to the respective Regional Manager. Responsibilities Support to Team Leader during on-site sampling and monitoring activities Driving to client sites Site inductions and participation in risk assessments Accessing monitoring locations and setting up equipment Operation of sampling and test equipment to measure emission levels Collation of site information relating to the monitoring and corresponding process activities Interaction and communication with customer contacts, regulators, etc Adherence to company and client health and safety protocols Cleaning, preparation, repair, calibration and maintenance of test equipment Maintaining stocks of consumable items Handling and shipment of samples to laboratories Maintenance of numerous records in accordance with our accredited QMS Skills / Qualifications An interest in environmental monitoring and industrial processes A degree in Environmental Science or related discipline and experience in a similar role would be advantageous, however full training will be provided A full manual driving license is essential as extensive travel, including overnight stays, will be involved Good team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop 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 Benefits of working at Element 33 days annual holiday, consisting of 25 days annual holiday and 8 days public / x4 Life Assurance / Legal & General Pension scheme employer contribution up to 6% / Enhanced Company Sick Pay / Flexible Working / Cycle Scheme / Free Onsite Refreshments / Recommend a Friend Bonus / Perks At Work Discount Scheme #LI-DG1 To apply please email derek.grist@element.com Diversity Statement At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”. All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.