Job Description

Peatland Hydrology Technical Director + £2,250 Placement Bonus
Location: Glasgow – Hybrid Working Available
Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE

£2,250 Placement Bonus – See details below.

Lead technical innovation in peatland hydrology with a progressive environmental consultancy.

About the Company

Our client is a specialist environmental consultancy passionate about delivering sustainable, practical solutions across the development lifecycle. Their approach goes beyond compliance—focusing on real, positive environmental impact while helping clients meet complex regulatory demands.

Backed by a values-driven leadership team, this is a business where collaboration, professional growth, and innovation are championed. It’s a great time to step into a key leadership role and shape the future of their Water Environment services.

The Role

As a Peatland Hydrology Technical Director, you’ll provide strategic and technical leadership within the Water Environment team, specialising in peatland hydrology, restoration, and management. You’ll mentor junior consultants, develop team capabilities, and contribute to the wider growth of the business through client engagement and continuous improvement initiatives.

This is an ideal opportunity for a senior-level consultant with deep sector expertise and a passion for building high-performing teams and delivering technical excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Provide technical leadership in peatland hydrology, restoration, and management.

• Oversee projects including peatland surveys, feasibility studies, restoration design, and hydrology-based EIAR chapters (Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Soils).

• Ensure robust quality assurance and best practice by staying at the forefront of industry developments.

• Generate business through proposals, tenders, bids, and client development.

• Attend client/project meetings and deliver expert-level consultancy advice.

• Mentor staff and support CPD, identifying and addressing technical skills gaps.

• Collaborate with senior management to implement improvement initiatives and cultivate a positive health & safety culture across the organisation.

What We’re Looking For

• 10–15+ years' experience in peatland hydrology.

• Relevant degree (Master’s or PhD preferred).

• Chartered membership of a relevant professional body.

• Proven track record of business development and sales generation in consultancy.

• Expertise delivering compliant Peat Management Plans and hydrology EIAR chapters.

• In-depth understanding of peatland policy and legislation in England, Scotland, and Wales.

• Strong knowledge of the Peatland Code and Peatland ACTION framework.

• Excellent written and verbal communication, with stakeholder negotiation experience (e.g., SEPA, EA).

What’s on Offer?

• 20 days per annum CPD

• Paid Professional Membership

• 25 days annual leave + 9 Scottish bank holidays (increases with service)

• Flexible TOIL / Balancing Hours Policy

• Private Healthcare Plan

• Company Pension Contribution

• Hybrid Working

• Relocation package (within the UK) available for the right candidate

How to Apply

Email your CV to: talent@talent-torch.co.uk
Apply online at: www.talent-torch.co.uk/vacancies

Join a consultancy shaping the future of peatland management—apply today.

How the Placement Bonus Works

Secure this role through Talent Torch and earn a £1,600 bonus:

• 50% paid within 14 days of employer payment

• 50% paid after completing 90 days in the role

• Direct applications or jobs secured via other means aren’t eligible

Full Terms & Conditions available on our website.

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