Assistant Soil Science Consultant / Soil Science Consultant

Assistant Soil Science Consultant / Soil Science ConsultantNottingham, England, United Kingdom

Role summary and team context

WSP is looking for an experienced Assistant Consultant or Consultant Soil Scientist to support the growth of our soil team within the Ground and Water service line of the Earth and Environment business. You will join a small soil team to help expand our capabilities and embed soil understanding across the business, working with colleagues in Ground and Water, Nature Advisory, Landscape, Environmental Planning, and Sustainability Policy and Compliance. The role is office- and site-based with a roughly 50/50 split between site and office work, and location is flexible with travel to WSP offices for team and client meetings.

Your work will involve fieldwork/site visits and the production of written reports for Agricultural Land Classification (ALC), Soil Resource Assessment, and tailored assessments for inclusion in Environmental Statements. You will liaise with clients, landowners, contractors, statutory authorities and third parties, and contribute to data management and technical reporting.

What responsibilities you would have

Prepare for and undertake soil surveys or contribute to the delivery of reports for DCOs, EIAs and other assessments with the wider environmental teams.

Support colleagues across the UK with project delivery, data management, survey coordination and risk assessment for site works.

Learn and be supported by a team of experienced technical staff and share knowledge with others.

Typical week

Support fieldwork and site investigation activities and contribute to project deliverables for soil-related assessments.

Assist in data management, survey coordination and risk assessment for site works across the UK.

Grow skills and work with a team of experienced staff, contributing to a collaborative environment.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate

Degree-level qualification in Soil Science, or similar (physical geology, environmental science) with 3–5 years of relevant practical experience.

Experience in completing Agricultural Land Classification (ALC) surveys, Soil Resource Surveys and site supervision during construction works (ideally to BSSS competency standards).

Strong HandS awareness for site work and a team player who can work with a geographically spread team.

Excellent communication and report-writing skills.

Registered with a relevant professional body (e.g. British Society of Soil Science).

Working knowledge of UK environmental legislation, construction impacts on agricultural land, and UK agricultural practice and business issues is desirable.

Ability to work as part of a team and be accountable for your work; working knowledge of applied GIS; full driving licence; enjoy working outdoors.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

What’s in it for youJoin our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. We promote work-life balance with hybrid working and flexible arrangements, including part-time options and the ability to purchase additional leave. Our Thrive wellbeing program provides tools for health and wellbeing, and we offer development opportunities, mentoring, and Chartership support. We are committed to inclusivity and belonging and actively welcome applicants from varied backgrounds.

What’s in it for you – additional benefits

Hybrid working policy: work from home two days a week with office collaboration opportunities.

Health and wellbeing: Virtual GP service, workplace adjustments, gym membership support, menopause support package.

Flexibility: WSP My Hour for personal activities, part-time and flexible working, extra leave options, and bank holiday entitlement flexibility.

Development: training, mentoring, and Chartership opportunities.

Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment typeFull-time

Job functionConsulting, Environmental Services

IndustriesProfessional Services

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