Assistant Geo-Environmental Engineer

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading geotechnical engineering contractor is seeking Assistant Geotechnical Engineers. This role offers an exciting opportunity for recent graduates with relevant degrees to engage in challenging tasks and progress their careers in a supportive environment. Candidates should have experience in data management and a proactive approach to health and safety.

Benefits

Extensive benefits package

Pension plan

Healthcare coverage

Fully expensed vehicle

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant work experience post-graduation.
• Eligible to work and live in the UK unassisted.
• Experience with GPS/GNSS survey equipment desirable.

Responsibilities

• Undertake geotechnical analytical work, including planning and reporting.
• Gather geotechnical and geoenvironmental data from various environments.
• Assist with report writing and technical documentation.

Skills

Geotechnical data management

Ground investigation techniques

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

2:2 BSc (Hons) in Geology, Civil Engineering or related subject

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Visio

Openground

Holebase

Gint

Pebble Geo

Job description

Assistant Geotechnical Engineer / Assistant Geo-Environmental Engineer

Our client is looking for a number of Assistant Geotechnical Engineer and Assistant Geo-Environmental Engineer positions, in either Nottingham, Leeds or Birmingham.

Successful individuals will have at least 1 -2 years post graduate relevant work experience. An attractive basic salary (commensurate with experience) plus extensive benefits package, including bonus, pension, healthcare and a fully expensed vehicle is on offer to the successful candidate, along with longevity and security of work and forward career progression given that our client possesses a significant contract pipeline for the long-term future and is firmly committed to continued growth over the next 5-10 years.

Due to continued expansion, an abundant pipeline of works, and the recent award of a number of long-term major contracts, our client is now looking to appoint individuals who will enjoy a challenging, demanding and varied role, and a fantastic opportunity to progress your career alongside the support offered from our clients vastly experienced team.

The Person

A minimum 2:2 BSc (Hons) in Geology, Civil Engineering or related subject

1-2 years previous practical ground investigation or relevant experience, post-graduation

Knowledge of ground investigation techniques and BS5930

Experience with geotechnical data management software packages such as Openground / Holebase / Gint / Pebble Geo etc

IT competent in Microsoft packages, and the ability to work independently or with a team

Ability to work effectively to deadlines and under pressure

Good attention to detail and accuracy of work, effective planning and organisation skills

A structured approach to problem solving, with excellent written and verbal communication

Awareness of the relevant industry legal and safety regulations

Experience with AutoCAD / Microsoft Visio [desirable]

Experience with GPS/GNSS survey equipment [desirable]

Experience driving larger vehicles such as 4x4s and vans [desirable]

Eligible to work and live in the UK unassisted, flexibility to travel across the UK.

The Role

Gather geotechnical and geoenvironmental data from a wide range of work environments

Undertake geotechnical analytical work, to include planning, execution and reporting of Geo-Environmental and Geotechnical site investigations

Managing geotechnical project data to drive contract deliverables.

Assist with various field activities including assessment and analysis of geotechnical conditions and investigations

Involvement in laboratory testing programmes for soil and rock samples

Prepare and assist with reviewing, analysing and interpreting geotechnical data

Assist with report writing and technical notes

Undertake R&D projects including developing innovative engineering tools and solutions

Implement operational quality control measures and quality assurance processes

Take a proactive approach in the responsibility for Health and Safety

Attend regular meetings with internal and external parties

Assist with soil and groundwater risk assessments, liaising with clients

Working collaboratively with engineers and others to deliver quality reports

Reflect and promote the companys values through your work and conduct

A full driving licence, that is valid in the UK, and a valid CSCS card

Attention to detail, with experience in compiling critical data from multiple sources

Our Client

Our client is a market leading piling, foundations and geotechnical engineering contractor and consultancy. Their service offering includes restricted access and open sites and covers all disciplines and techniques for a wide variety of clients and project applications. They not only complete projects successfully and to the highest of standards at all times but also add value to their clients by giving them total support from the beginning to the end of each and every contract.

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