Landfill CQA Inspector


We are seeking a Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) Inspector to support landfill
infrastructure and engineering projects for hazardous, non-hazardous, and inert
waste sites.

The successful candidates will be central to ensuring compliance with
Environment Agency (EA) requirements, delivering high-standard construction
monitoring, and contributing to sustainable environmental outcomes.

Responsible for overseeing and verifying construction works associated with landfill infrastructure,
including construction of new cells & capping works using clay liners & geosynthetic
materials, and other related infrastructure e.g. Retro Drilling of Waste and the
installation of leachate/gas management systems.


Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Conduct supervision, inspection, and reporting in line with EA guidance.
  • Review and approve materials, workmanship, and compliance with design
    and CQA plans.
  • Provide accurate and timely documentation, to assist with the production of
    CQA plans and validation reports.
  • Work closely with CQA Engineers/Managers to ensure mentoring,
    supervision, and quality standards are upheld.
  • Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, project managers, and
    regulatory bodies.
  • Identify and mitigate risks during construction. Take ownership of and
    responsibility for the successful delivery of your CQA projects. · Identify and
    mitigate risks during construction. Take ownership of and responsibility for the
    successful delivery of your CQA projects.
  • Managing stakeholders, taking account of their levels of influence and
    particular interests.
  • Managing suppliers and subcontractors.
  • Preparation of factual and interpretive construction quality assurance reports
    and plans.
  • The role is primarily site-based at multiple locations throughout the United
    Kingdom, with occasional weekend work required.
  • The role is Monday to Friday, weekend availability when applicable

Qualifications & Requirements:

  • The role is Monday to Friday, weekend availability when applicable
  • Must have a full and clear UK driving licence
  • Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)
  • CQA Supervision: minimum 1 year (preferred)
  • Environment Agency Approved (preferred)
  • Authorised to work in the United Kingdom (required)
  • The role is UK base
  • Willingness to travel