Trainee Environmental Technician - North East


Location
Central London
Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)
Salary
Not specified
About the Role
Cawood Scientific Limited is the largest independent provider of analytical laboratory testing and sampling services for the land-based industries in the UK, operating from 15 sites nationwide. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business with plenty of scope for career development. As a Trainee Environmental Technician, you will conduct routine environmental monitoring across Water, Construction, and Compliance service areas in line with company protocols, quality assurance standards, and client contract specifications. You will perform routine checks and maintenance of environmental control systems and client infrastructure, ensuring a reliable, efficient, and professional service on site.
You will build strong, trustworthy relationships with clients, representing Enitial positively in the field by maintaining clean equipment, vehicles, and PPE. Responsibilities include respecting company assets by ensuring routine calibrations and maintenance, working collaboratively within regional teams to maintain morale, and offering assistance where needed.
Accurate data management and timely reporting to Data Analysts are essential, alongside identifying potential commercial opportunities to benefit Enitial and improve client sites. Safety is paramount; you will proactively report accidents, near misses, and any deviations from methods to Area Managers and clients, complying fully with company policies and the 'Stay Safe' remote working application.
Additional duties include liaising with laboratories and couriers to ensure sample compliance, assisting with on-site training of new employees to support a positive onboarding experience, and completing routine administrative tasks such as expenses and vehicle checks.
Experience
No specific prior experience is required; this is a trainee role designed to provide comprehensive on-the-job training.
About you
- Enthusiastic and motivated to learn and develop within the environmental monitoring field
- Reliable and professional with strong attention to detail
- Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Committed to maintaining high standards of health and safety
- Good communication skills to build positive client relationships
Qualifications
No formal qualifications are required to apply; a positive attitude and willingness to learn are essential.
Cawood Scientific Limited


