Waste and Resources Consultant

Waste and Resources Consultant

Join RSK Geosciences (RSK Group) as a Waste and Resources Consultant and be part of a team that’s leading the way in responsible waste and resource management in the civil engineering and land development sectors. This is a full‑time, permanent position.

Are you passionate about sustainable waste and material management and turning waste into a resource? Do you want to make a real difference to construction and development projects around the UK?

• Work on impactful projects focusing on sustainable waste management and applying circular economy principles.
• Be part of an experienced team working on a broad range of projects that challenge and expand your expertise.
• Accelerate your career growth, growing your knowledge and skills through tailored training opportunities that align with your career ambitions.
• Enjoy work‑life balance with flexible working arrangements, with typically 1‑2 days a week in the office and ad hoc site visits.
• Make a tangible difference in helping businesses work towards their sustainable waste and resource goals.

As a Waste and Resources Consultant, you will work closely with other technical specialists within our team to provide sustainable waste and resource management solutions to our clients.

Initially, you will be working on specialist projects relating to waste assessment and classification to establish foundational knowledge and experience:

• Completing waste assessments and classification of construction, demolition and excavation wastes in accordance with WM3 and other related guidance.
• Managing projects from start to finish, including handling large data sets, preparing technical reports, managing project finances and liaising with clients.
• Conducting occasional site visits to undertake sampling, inspection and/or supervision of waste‑generating practices.

Following the initial specialist project work, the role will broaden to include working collaboratively with colleagues and managing your own projects to deliver a wide range of outputs. This will support the development of your contenders in broader waste and resource management, including:

• Identifying and implementing sustainable solutions for waste and materials management in the civil and land development sectors.
• Advising clients on material reuse mechanisms and regulatory compliance.
• Supporting environmental permitting activities, including applications, variations and surrenders.
• Preparing waste and materials management plans and associated documentation.
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  Providinglibrary practical advice and guidance to clients before, during and after project delivery.

• A degree in Chemistry or a Geoscience‑related subject (MSc preferred).
• Demonstrable experience and technical competence in waste classification and assessment in accordance with WM3 and other related guidance (desirable).
• Understanding and knowledge of waste legislation and policy in the UK.
• Experience with in the contaminated land sector or working for an environmental consultancy would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.
• A proactive and adaptable mindset, eager to contribute to projects and the wider team.
• A valid UK driving licence and willingness to spend some working days away from the office and home at times.
• Located within an hour of Bristol or Manchester.

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
• Flexible benefits package, including annual leave purchase, childcare vouchers and private healthcare.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Support for professional development, including Chartered Institution of Wastes Management membership and various training opportunities.
• Opportunities to work alongside a knowledgeable and experienced team working on diverse projects throughout the country.

We are a market‑leading site investigation, contaminated land and geotechnical consultancy with geophysics and survey teams and waste management consultants. Our company also includes Leap Environmental, an award‑winning site investigation, geotechnical design and geoenvironmental consultancy, and Carbon Zero Consulting, which…