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Bristol, Bristol, England, United Kingdom | London, London, England, United Kingdom
Overview
We have a great opportunity for a dynamic and motivated Senior or Principal Soil Scientist (depending on experience) to join our Sustainable Land and Resource Management team in the UK to support with managing project delivery and driving technical delivery and business development.
We are seeking an individual with a strong technical background and experience in the assessment and management of soil and agricultural land quality, with a focus on Agricultural Land Classification (ALC) and sustainable management of soils on infrastructure projects and construction sites. The successful applicant will be an important part of an innovative and technically excellent team of Soil Scientists helping deliver major projects. As a member of our team, you will be involved in a range of office and field-based work, engaging with our experienced staff to deliver excellence to our clients, and will work closely with a wide range of other professionals to deliver holistic solutions to environmental and engineering problems.
The Sustainable Land and Resource Practice is a well-established, award winning, multi-disciplinary, environmental and engineering practice with an extensive portfolio of regeneration and development projects and a highly skilled team winning numerous industry awards over the years. The Practice is growing our soil and agricultural land quality service line, and the successful candidate will work on a number of large projects across a range of exciting markets, including the development of Cities, Transportation, Water, Defence and Energy infrastructure.
Your Role
- Lead on the technical delivery of ALC, soil resource surveys and sustainable management of soils.
- Support and lead on client work development, preparation of proposals and input into bids for multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects.
- Liaison with clients, stakeholders, regulators, sub-contractors and other internal disciplines.
- Work effectively as part of a team and with other professionals (environmental scientists, engineers, planners) to provide a consistent and integrated service to our clients.
- Maintain excellent professional relationships which will lead to and secure repeat business.
- Compliance with Health and Safety policies and procedures, including preparing and reviewing health and safety plans and managing health and safety on site.
- Provide technical guidance, constructive support and mentoring to junior staff and supporting their technical development.
- Developing own competence and maintain CPD necessary to fulfil the responsibilities of the role, with support from the business on own training and development needs.
Location
Various locations
Job Type
Full time
Ref
R-145181
Salary range
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Mahendran CV
Hi there, I'm Mahendran CV and I manage this role
About you
- Degree qualified in a relevant engineering or science subject (e.g. soil science, geology and environmental science ).
- Relevant post-graduate experience.
- Full or Chartered Membership of relevant professional body such as the British Society of Soil Science. If not Chartered, we would expect the candidate, with our support, to become chartered 6 to 12 months after joining.
- Demonstrate a proven track record of undertaking soil surveys including recording accurate descriptions of soil profiles, undertaking hand texturing, collecting soil samples and interpretating soil chemical and physical analyses.
- Detailed working knowledge and specialist understanding of ALC including interpretating soil properties and conditions.
- Working knowledge and demonstrable understanding of the relevant legislation, technical guidance, industry standards and best practice, especially in respect to agricultural soil assessment and the protection and sustainable management of soils.
- Experienced in preparing and reviewing technical reports ALC assessments, Soil Resources Plans, Soil Handling Management Plans and Aftercare Plans. Experience in writing EIA chapters is desirable but not essential.
- Demonstrate a proven track record of providing advice on earthworks related sustainable soils management and project management including managing project teams resulting in delivery to high standards.
- Excellent communication skills and proven ability to manage and mentor staff as well as managing time and work as part of a team as well as individual working.
- Flexible and prepared to take on new challenges.
- Full UK driving licence and the ability and willingness to travel throughout the UK and work on short term assignments.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?
Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.
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Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.
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About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
Additional information
Security clearance
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
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