We're looking for an Assistant Environmental Consultant to work on our Environment & Ecology team.
Location: Birmingham - This role offers hybrid working, combining office and site attendance with home-based working.
Contract Type: Permanent
As an Assistant Environmental Consultant, you will support the delivery of utilities and infrastructure projects by assisting with environmental management, compliance, and risk mitigation across both design and construction phases. Working alongside experienced environmental professionals, you'll help ensure projects meet environmental requirements and are delivered responsibly and efficiently.
This is an entry level opportunity, and we welcome applications from individuals looking to start or develop their career in the environmental sector. You'll gain hands on experience across live utilities and infrastructure projects while developing the skills, knowledge, and experience needed to progress into an Environmental Consultant role
Responsibilities- Support the delivery of environmental requirements across utilities and infrastructure projects during both design and construction phases.
- Assist in identifying environmental constraints, risks, and practical mitigation measures.
- Help prepare and maintain environmental management plans, permits, and project documentation.
- Support environmental compliance activities, ensuring adherence to legislation, permits, and best practice.
- Undertake site inspections and audits, monitoring environmental performance and highlighting any issues.
- Collect and manage environmental data, maintaining accurate records and reporting.
- Work closely with design teams, site teams, and subcontractors to integrate environmental considerations into project delivery.
- Assist with the preparation of technical reports and environmental assessments.
- Promote a positive health, safety, and environmental culture across projects.
- Develop your environmental knowledge and skills through continuous professional development.
- Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Geography, or a related discipline
- Basic understanding of environmental legislation, regulations, and permitting relevant to UK infrastructure projects
- Awareness of key environmental topics (e.g. pollution prevention, water management, waste, air quality, ecology interfaces)
- Some practical experience through placements, internships, or project work (e.g. environmental assessments, site based work, or reporting)
- Ability to collect, record, and manage environmental data accurately
- Good written and verbal communication skills for reporting and working with multidisciplinary teams
- Willingness to visit sites and work in outdoor or construction environments as required
- Full UK driving licence
This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Visa process. Applicants must therefore have, and maintain, an alternative right to work for the duration of employment.
What's in it for you?- Company pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Private GP Helpline & Health Cash Plan
- Avove Discount Scheme
- Family friendly policies
- A selection of lifestyle benefit options
- Financial wellbeing programme
- Employee assistance program for health and wellbeing and onsite mental health first aiders to support our colleagues
- We love to give back so we offer you volunteering days in your community and charity matched giving where we will boost your fundraising.
At Avove, we're proud to create an environment where people can build meaningful careers, develop their skills and feel supported to reach their full potential. We invest in training and development, provide opportunities to grow, and are committed to a workplace where safety, wellbeing and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. With a strong focus on supporting our people and their families through a broad range of benefits, Avove is a place where you can feel valued, make a real impact and take the next step in your career with confidence.
About AvoveAvove is a leading infrastructure services provider, delivering critical utility and energy solutions across the UK. With a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and innovation, we specialise in the design, maintenance, and renewal of essential infrastructure for water, energy, and telecoms networks. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to long term investment in training, development, and modern equipment to support our teams in delivering high quality, reliable services for our clients and communities.
We are an equal opportunities employerAt the heart of what we do is a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate what makes each of us unique and are building a workplace where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their authentic selves. If you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the application or interview process, please let us know and we'll be happy to discuss how we can support you.