Salary guide
Environmental Consultant (Waste)
- Average salary
- £28,000 – £55,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
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- The UK recycles over 45% of household waste
Other names this job is known by
- Waste Consultant
- Recycling Advisor
Key responsibilities
- Advise clients on waste management and compliance
- Conduct site assessments and audits
- Develop waste reduction and recycling strategies
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in environmental science, waste management, or consulting
- Experience in waste or environmental roles
- Analytical and communication skills
- IT and report writing skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Consultant
- Project Manager
- Head of Waste
- Policy Advisor
How to get the job
- Study environmental science, waste management, or consulting
- Gain experience in waste or environmental roles
- Progress to senior or specialist positions
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