Overview

Our team of qualified and highly experienced soil scientists have a comprehensive knowledge of soil, peat and environmental science, hydrology, ecology and agriculture. We provide soils and land management related expertise across a diverse range of business sectors including land management, utilities, built development, renewable energy, minerals and waste. Our clients range from single individuals and SMEs to large multinational corporations and we have the proven ability to deliver complex, challenging and multi-disciplinary projects across the UK and worldwide. Early consideration of soils/peat can streamline the planning process and reduce planning, design and construction costs.

Location

We prefer candidates based in Leeds office but we will consider Glasgow, Edinburgh or Cardiff for the right candidate.

The role

You will be involved in a wide range of projects across all our business sectors including energy, infrastructure, mineral extraction, forestry, residential and commercial development, and waste resource management.

• Working on site carrying out soil surveys.
• Commissioning soil tests with relevant laboratories.
• Processing samples to send to laboratories and receiving the results back.
• Managing data to support technical reporting.
• Writing interpretative reports including Agricultural Land Classification (ALC & LCA) reports, soil resource survey reports and soil management plans.
• Assisting more senior team members with the planning, organisation, and site work for soil surveys and site monitoring visits.
• Working closely with colleagues to provide soils input to multi-disciplinary projects.
• Liaising with clients, landowners, contractors, statutory authorities and third parties.
• Develop skills with a view of registration with a professional body if not already e.g. The Institution of Environmental Sciences or British Society Soil Science.

About You

Our projects are located throughout the UK. We require a dedicated and enthusiastic Soil Scientist with a strong aptitude for hard work, excellent communication skills and a willingness to develop their skills and abilities within this busy team. The role will involve periods of lone-working and require frequent travel throughout the UK.

Post graduate research or experience in soils science and a detailed knowledge of field survey techniques such as Agricultural Land Classification (ALC/LCA) is desirable although not essential as full training will be provided.

Additionally You Will Have

• Awareness of environmental issues and the role soils play in the environment.
• Knowledge and experience of field survey techniques.
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe.
• Willingness to travel to sites across the UK as and when required.

About SLR

SLR is a global sustainability solutions consultancy with 4000+ employees across 6 regions in over 125 countries. We deliver integrated, science‑based advice and services to help clients meet their environmental, social and governance goals.

Culture & Inclusion

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and foster an inclusive environment where all people regardless of background can thrive. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those from under‑represented groups such as 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous peoples, ethnic minority groups, women, and people with disabilities, including neurodivergent applicants.

If you require special adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we seek to ensure all applicants have equitable support when applying to SLR.