Environmental Permitting and Environmental Compliance Consultant
We are an established Environment and Planning Consultancy that has built up a track record of success, notably in the waste/recycling and renewable energy sectors.
We are seeking an Environmental Permitting and Environmental Compliance Consultant to join our team on a full-time or part-time basis. The ideal candidate will have experience in the preparation and submission of Bespoke Environmental Permits, alongside a solid understanding of practical site operations and environmental compliance. They will also demonstrate the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, regulators and other stakeholders.
This role represents an excellent opportunity for the right individual to join a growing business and to actively contribute to a number of our ongoing and pipeline projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Researching site characteristics and environmental constraints.
- Preparing, submitting and managing bespoke and standard rules environmental permit applications.
- Preparing and updating Environmental Management Systems (EMS), including Fire Mitigation and Prevention Plans, Dust Management Plans etc.
- Managing and coordinating with suppliers to ensure the timely delivery and accuracy of studies and assessments .
- Keeping up to date on regulatory requirements, providing regular updates to colleagues, clients and other stakeholders to keep them informed of changes that may affect their operations.
- Undertaking site audits to verify permit compliance.
- Support during/following visits from Environmental Regulators (NRW and the EA).
Skills and Experience
The primary responsibility of this role will be the preparation and management of bespoke and standard rules environmental applications. Experience in preparing bespoke environmental permit applications is particularly important. Applicants with less than 3 years specific experience in this area are unlikely to be successful.
Location
This role is office-based at our Blackwood site, with regular travel within Wales and to a lesser extent, the rest of the UK. The role operates within a small, closely-working team of specialists that share knowledge, experience, and best practice.
Occasional hybrid working may be accommodated (discussions at interview stage welcome).
Hours
- Full-time (37.5 hours per week) or part-time.
Salary and Benefits
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience. £32,500.00 - £40,000.00 (pro-rata).
- Workplace pension.
- 22 days p.a. annual leave (increasing to 25 days after 3 years) plus bank holidays (pro-rata).
- Opportunity to buy extra leave.
Closing Date for Applications
25th June 2026
No recruiters please.
Pay: £32,500.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
Application question(s):
- Applicants with less than 3 years experience are unlikely to be successful. How many years experience do you have in the preparation of Bespoke Environmental Permits?
Work Location: In person