Engineering Geologist

Penguin Recruitment; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Geotechnical and Environmental Consultancy in the Midlands is looking for an enthusiastic Engineering Geologist. The role involves engaging in various ground investigation projects, supported by experienced professionals. The successful candidate will enjoy excellent training opportunities and a competitive salary within a dynamic and supportive environment.

Benefits

Excellent training opportunities

Pension scheme

Career progression opportunities

Company benefits

Qualifications

• Relevant degree required in Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, or Environmental Science.
• Industry experience preferred but not essential.
• Full, clean UK driving license needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ground investigations and desktop studies.
• Prepare samples and input field data.
• Work on drilling rigs and write reports.

Skills

Proactive attitude

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Degree in Geology

Degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Degree in Environmental Science

Job description

Engineering Geologist

Reference: BY84547

Location: Coventry

Salary: £27,000 - £31,000

A Geotechnical and Environmental Consultancy based in the Midlands is seeking an enthusiastic Engineering Geologist to join their team on various ground investigation projects. The role requires relevant degree-level education and experience in ground investigation, along with a proactive attitude and enthusiasm to learn. The successful candidate will receive dedicated support and specialist training from a consultancy with nearly 30 years of industry experience.

The Engineering Geologist will be offered:

• A competitive salary (£27,000 - £31,000)
• Excellent training opportunities
• A variety of exciting projects
• Enhanced pension scheme and company benefits
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development

Responsibilities include applying university knowledge to geotechnical and geo-environmental projects, carrying out ground investigations, desktop studies, writing reports, soil logging, preparing samples, inputting field data, and working on drilling rigs, all supported by senior team members.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree in Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science, Geoscience, or a related field (Master's preferred)
• Industry experience (desired)
• A full, clean UK driving license
• The ability to work independently and within a team
• The right to work in the UK
• Be commutable to Coventry

If interested in this or other Engineering/Environmental roles, please contact Beth Young at (url removed) or call (phone number removed). More vacancies are available on our website. This is a permanent position. Penguin Recruitment operates as a Recruitment Agency for this role.

Job Info:
Job Title: Engineering Geologist
Company: Penguin Recruitment
Location: Coventry, West Midlands
Posted: Jul 10th, 2025
Closes: Aug 10th, 2025
Sector: Consulting
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time