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Geotechnical Engineer (Ground Investigation)

Job Description - Geotechnical Engineer (Ground Investigation)

Geotechnical Engineer (Ground Investigation)

£34,000 - £40,000 + Training + Progression + 33 Days Holiday + Company Car + Holiday Buy In + Free Financial Advice + Discounted Gym Membership

***Pathway to Chartership Provided***

Exeter

Are you an Engineering Geologist or Geotechnical Engineer with ground investigation experience, looking to join a well-established multidisciplinary consultancy offering technical variety, chartership support, and the opportunity to work on projects across the South West?

On offer is the opportunity to join a growing geotechnical team within a respected environmental and engineering business, delivering a wide range of ground investigation projects across the South West and South Wales. With over 30 years of experience, the company works across the private and public sectors.

Your role will involve undertaking and supervising ground investigations, carrying out Phase 1 Desk Studies, logging soils and rock to BS 5930 standards, interpreting field and laboratory data, and producing factual and interpretative geotechnical and geo-environmental reports.

You will also liaise with clients, subcontractors, and project teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

The suitable candidate will have a degree in Geology or similar, with experience in UK ground investigation and sampling to BS 5930 standards

The Role

Phase 1 desk studies, including historical records review
Organising ground investigations and visiting sites
Sending soil and rock samples to be tested in the laboratory
In-situ testing where required
Creating geo-environmental reports
Logging all samples to BS 5930 standards
Travelling to sites across the South West and South Wales
Monday to Friday, 8 - 5

The Person

Degree in relevant field
Practical ground investigation and sampling experience
Full UK driving license

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Reference Number: BBBH26633

Keywords: Engineering Geologist, Geotechnical Engineer, Geoenvironmental Engineer, Geologist, Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Ground Investigation, Ground Investigation Engineer, Site Investigation, Geotechnical Consultant, Geoenvironmental Consultant, Phase 1 Desk Study, Desk Studies, Ground Investigation Reports, Interpretative Reports, Factual Reports, Soil Logging, Rock Logging, BS 5930, Trial Pits, Drilling, Boreholes, In-Situ Testing, CBR Testing, Plate Bearing Test, TRL DCP, Soakaway Testing, Soil Mechanics, Engineering Geology, Geological Mapping, Geological Data, Groundwater Monitoring, Soil Gas Monitoring, Environmental Monitoring, Laboratory Scheduling, Data Interpretation, Site Supervision, Contract Management, Project Management, Geotechnical Design, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science, Geology Degree, BSc Geology, MSc Engineering Geology, CSCS Card, Ground Engineering, Contaminated Land, Land Remediation, Site Investigations, Field Engineer, Site Engineer, Civil Engineering, Report Writing, Client Liaison, Subcontractor Management, Chartership, Geological Society, Exeter, South West

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The remuneration offered will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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