Engineering Geologist

Bridgewater Consultancy UK Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent salary

Company car with fuel card

Daily expenses

£5,000 project allowance

Contributory pension scheme

Medical cover

25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays

Buy additional holidays

Long-service holiday entitlement

Early finish on Fridays

Training and development programme

Support towards Chartered status

Progression to Principal Engineer orPM

Job summary

GI Operations is seeking an Engineering Geologist to join our permanent team in the UK. You will log soil and rock, conduct in-situ testing and sampling, and assist with planning and supervising ground investigation projects.

The ideal candidate has a geotechnical background, familiarity with BS5930:2015, and strong communication skills to liaise with clients and colleagues. A UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with geologist site investigation, sampling, testing, logging
• Ability to interpret BS5930:2015 guidelines
• Excellent written and verbal communication with clients and team

Responsibilities

• Log soil and rock, perform in-situ testing and sampling
• Assist with planning and supervision of ground investigation projects
• Collaborate with team to deliver ground investigation services

Skills

Geotechnical engineering background

Ground investigation techniques

BS5930:2015 knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree in geotechnical discipline

Job description

Engineering Geologist | Develop your GI career with varied UK projects and chartership support

10th November, 2026

Join our dynamic team at GI Operations as an Engineering Geologist! In this permanent role, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, working alongside our dedicated professionals to deliver exceptional ground investigation services. As an Engineering Geologist, you'll be responsible for logging soil and rock, performing in-situ testing and sampling, and assisting with the planning and supervision of ground investigation projects.
Thrive in this role with:

• A proactive, reliable, and flexible approach to your work
• The confidence to work independently and the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team
• A background in geotechnical engineering and knowledge of ground investigation techniques and BS5930:2015

10th November, 2026

Join our dynamic team at GI Operations as an Engineering Geologist! In this permanent role, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, working alongside our dedicated professionals to deliver exceptional ground investigation services. As an Engineering Geologist, you'll be responsible for logging soil and rock, performing in-situ testing and sampling, and assisting with the planning and supervision of ground investigation projects.
Thrive in this role with:

• A proactive, reliable, and flexible approach to your work
• The confidence to work independently and the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team
• A background in geotechnical engineering and knowledge of ground investigation techniques and BS5930:2015

Preferred Requirements:

• Expertise in geologist, site investigation, sampling, testing, logging, and ground investigation techniques
• Proficiency in interpreting and applying the guidelines set forth in BS5930:2015
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively liaise with clients and team members
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities to tackle complex ground investigation challenges
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation

Preferred Qualifications:

• A degree-level qualification in a geotechnical discipline
• A full UK driving licence to facilitate site visits and project coordination
• A passion for the engineering and geotechnical industry, with a desire to continuously learn and grow

Benefits:

• Excellent salary
• Company car with fuel card
• Daily expenses
• £5,000 project allowance
• Contributory pension scheme
• Medical cover
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to buy additional holidays
• Additional long-service holiday entitlement
• Early finish on Fridays
• Excellent training and development programme
• Support towards Chartered status
• Progression opportunities towards Principal Engineer or Project Manager