Job Description

Lead Agricultural Soils Specialist

Birmingham / Hybrid

£73,946 - £92,736 + Excellent Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lead Agricultural Soils Specialist to join a major infrastructure programme delivering one of Europe’s largest and most complex projects.

This is a key role where you will act as the subject matter expert for all matters relating to the excavation, handling, storage and reinstatement of agricultural soils across the programme. Working closely with the Head of Natural Environment, you will provide technical leadership, assurance and guidance to ensure industry best practice and high environmental standards are achieved throughout delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Lead on all agricultural soils activities across the programme

Develop and maintain technical standards, specifications and guidance notes

Provide technical assurance relating to agricultural soil handling and reinstatement

Support project delivery teams and supply chain partners in implementing best practice

Undertake technical reviews, analysis and reporting to support decision-making

Identify root causes of issues through research, investigation and measurement

Promote continuous improvement and quality standards across the programme

Engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including technical and non-technical audiences

Support agriculture, forestry and soils management activities on major infrastructure works

About You

To be considered for this role, you will have:

Extensive experience as an Agricultural Soils subject matter expert

Membership of the British Society of Soil Science (BSSS) or equivalent professional experience

Strong understanding of soil handling and restoration processes on major infrastructure projects

Experience undertaking Agricultural Land Classification (ALC) surveys

Experience developing Soil Resource Plans

Proven experience leading agriculture, forestry and soils management within a major project or large organisation

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret technical data and provide assurance

Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills