Trainee Environmental Consultant
WatfordOn-siteFull-time
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Trainee Environmental Consultant joining a training academy to become an Asbestos Surveyor and Analyst, with on-the-job training and a path to consultancy and project management roles.
About this role
Trainee Environmental Consultant
Who we are
Vintec Laboratories is a leading provider of asbestos testing, surveying and analytical services, supporting clients across commercial, residential, industrial and public sector environments throughout the UK. Our reputation has been built on technical excellence, high standards of service and a commitment to delivering accurate, reliable results for our clients.
Part of the Celnor Group
Celnor Group is a UK-based environmental services group operating across the Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance (TICC) landscape. With a growing portfolio of specialist businesses, Celnor provides essential services that protect people, property and the environment.
Who we are
Vintec Laboratories is a leading provider of asbestos testing, surveying and analytical services, supporting clients across commercial, residential, industrial and public sector environments throughout the UK. Our reputation has been built on technical excellence, high standards of service and a commitment to delivering accurate, reliable results for our clients.
Part of the Celnor Group
Celnor Group is a UK-based environmental services group operating across the Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance (TICC) landscape. With a growing portfolio of specialist businesses, Celnor provides essential services that protect people, property and the environment.
While each business retains its own identity, culture and technical specialism, all are supported by a central group function that invests in people, systems and long-term sustainable growth.
Job details
We are looking for motivated individuals to join our Training Academy, where we develop the next generation of Asbestos Consultants within the environmental sector. This is a fully funded, on-the-job training programme that offers the opportunity to build a specialist career while working towards a £30,000 salary within two years. Candidates can follow a flexible training pathway of 1, 2, 3 or 4 years, depending on the pace that suits their development.
We are looking for motivated individuals to join our Training Academy, where we develop the next generation of Asbestos Consultants within the environmental sector. This is a fully funded, on-the-job training programme that offers the opportunity to build a specialist career while working towards a £30,000 salary within two years. Candidates can follow a flexible training pathway of 1, 2, 3 or 4 years, depending on the pace that suits their development.
You will start your journey by training as an Asbestos Surveyor and Analyst, gaining valuable hands on experience before progressing into consultancy and project management roles. To support your development, Riverside has established a dedicated Training Academy, led by an experienced manager whose sole focus is developing and supporting emerging talent.
Our Asbestos Consultant Programme is designed to accelerate career progression by combining technical training, professional development and leadership skills, helping candidates reach their full potential as quickly as possible.
Enhanced academy members who stay on track also receive monthly performance bonuses, providing stronger earning potential and a faster route into senior roles.
Our Asbestos Consultant Programme is designed to accelerate career progression by combining technical training, professional development and leadership skills, helping candidates reach their full potential as quickly as possible.
Enhanced academy members who stay on track also receive monthly performance bonuses, providing stronger earning potential and a faster route into senior roles.
Role Benefits
- Starting salary of £25,058 (including a £1,000 academy bonus), with staged increases to £30,400 by the end of year two (including a £2,000 academy bonus).
- A structured long-term training and development plan, covering technical surveying and analysis, leadership, management, compliance, communication, problem-solving, time management, quality assurance, project management and more.
- Fully funded on-the-job training delivered through nationally recognised providers such as BOHS and RSPH.
- Meaningful, secure work helping to keep people safe in their homes and workplaces.
- Company vehicle provided for work and personal use, plus a company fuel card (private mileage covered by the employee).
- Enhanced benefits package, including pension via salary exchange, life insurance, employee assistance programme (EAP), staff recognition awards, employee discount schemes, and social and charity events.
- Loyalty rewards, including enhanced sick pay and additional annual leave with service.
- High-quality equipment including smartphone, tablet PC, specialist tools and safety equipment.
- A friendly, professional and supportive working environment.
Role Requirement
- Level 3 qualification or higher (e.g. Degree, A-Levels, AS Levels or NVQ Level 3 minimum).
- Willingness to commit to 2–4 hours of personal study per week as part of the training programme.
- Full UK driving licence and confidence with regular driving.
- Willingness to complete an enhanced DBS check.
- A professional, friendly and hardworking attitude.
- Ability to successfully complete technical training, audits and examinations.
- A methodical and detail oriented approach to work.
Benefits
- Annual leave entitlement of 22 days plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to earn up to 5 additional loyalty days
- Company vehicle available for both business and personal use, or a car allowance option, with a fuel card provided.
- Company pension scheme operated through salary exchange
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering confidential wellbeing and support services.
- Ongoing training and professional development fully funded through recognised industry training providers
- Clear career progression opportunities with structured development pathways across the business.
Key Responsibilities
Important information
Celnor Group and its businesses manage recruitment directly. We do not require agency support for this role and will only engage with recruitment partners from our preferred supplier list where necessary.
We may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to support parts of the recruitment process. AI is not used for candidate screening, scoring or hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are made by people, for people. Our recruitment systems are ISO 42001 accredited, reflecting our commitment to ethical, transparent and responsible use of technology.
Celnor Group and its businesses manage recruitment directly. We do not require agency support for this role and will only engage with recruitment partners from our preferred supplier list where necessary.
We may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to support parts of the recruitment process. AI is not used for candidate screening, scoring or hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are made by people, for people. Our recruitment systems are ISO 42001 accredited, reflecting our commitment to ethical, transparent and responsible use of technology.
Skills
Analytical ServicesAsbestos AnalysisAsbestos SurveyingAsbestos TestingBOHSComplianceDBS CheckProject ManagementQuality AssuranceRSPHSurveyingUK Driving Licence
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