Quality & EHS Advisor

An excellent opportunity for an early career Occupational Hygienist / Indoor Air Quality Consultant to join a well-established company. A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible. Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent. Schedule: Full-Time (typically Mon-Fri, 09:00-17:00) Office or desk-based, with regular site work throughout the UK, typically once or twice a week. For local candidates, flexibility for home working once suitably experienced. They are a small, independent employee-owned environmental consultancy firm based in Oxfordshire that specialises in dust and air quality monitoring, consultancy and assessment. Ambient Dust and Air Quality monitoring and consultancy Occupational Hygiene (air, noise and LEV monitoring and assessment) and indoor Air Quality monitoring Dust monitoring equipment design, Manufacture, supply and installation Dust sample analysis and characterisation, including forensic investigations As an employee-owned business (EOB) their core values are collaboration, professionalism and the application of scientific rigour. As an EOB they are motivated by their collective success, development and wellbeing. They strive for a culture of transparency, diversity and respect for all. As environmental consultants they are also acutely aware of our need to operate sustainably, ethically and responsibly. They are currently looking for an early career Occupational Hygienist to join their growing team at an exciting time as their client and project portfolio continues to expand. The role will focus on carrying out primarily occupational air (dust, fibre, VOC, gas etc.) exposure monitoring assessments at a wide variety of interesting sites and preparing interpretative reports. Additional work will include noise exposure assessments, LEV testing and potentially other occupational hygiene services; additional training will be provided if required including support and funding to progress BOHS qualifications. Support for other site work, such as installing and servicing ambient dust and air quality monitoring equipment, may also be required on occasion. The role will typically involve 1 to 2 days a week onsite and the rest of the week office or desk-based to write reports, handle enquiries, develop opportunities and support with business development and service growth. They provide occupational hygiene work throughout the UK; the majority of current work is located in the south and midlands, approximately within a 2-hour radius of our Witney office, but They are seeing an increase in work further north. Applicants must have at least 1 years’ previous experience in occupational/industrial hygiene (preferably carrying out monitoring for airborne substance and noise exposure), be eligible to work in the UK and have a full UK driving license. Knowledge of indoor air quality guidelines (such as BREEAM) and experience with LEV testing would also be advantageous. Environmental Science or Occupational Hygiene A relevant Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (minimum 2:1), such as Environmental Science or Occupational Hygiene is desirable. Prior experience in an Occupational Hygiene/Indoor Air Quality Consultant role (inc. placement/internship) is essential. Language and Technical Skills Good command of written and spoken English and have a high standard of technical report writing Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, in particular Word and Excel Friendly and courteous telephone manner Full UK driving license/ UK permit to work To carry out joining techniques including bonding, welding and riveting To complete the quality control process sheet after each stage and before it moves to next stage To ensure that a technician certified in the discipline countersigns your quality control process sheet before it moves to next stages To handle and identify hybrid vehicles correctly All health and safety procedures, including COSHH adhered to at all times Willing to travel and stay away from home when required Support to join professional bodies, such as the British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS), Institution of Environmental Science (IES) and the Institute of Air Quality Management (IAQM) Competitive salary, 7% pension contribution and benefits including private health insurance and dental care Company car for regional staff. Office-based staff have access to our pool cars and Octopus EV company car scheme (subject to availability) Varied work and opportunity to travel throughout the UK and potentially abroad. Accommodation and sustenance for site work covered where required. 25 days annual leave, increases 0.5 days every 2 years up to a maximum of 30 days plus bank holidays. If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.