Engineering Geologist

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected Ground Investigation consultancy is seeking an Engineering Geologist to advance their career with a collaborative team. This hybrid position involves conducting desk studies, performing site investigations, and preparing reports. Candidates should possess a degree in relevant fields and have ground investigation experience. The role offers a salary of £27,000 – £34,000, a comprehensive benefits package, and routes for professional growth.

Benefits

Company pension

Comprehensive benefits package

Ongoing CPD support

Regular salary reviews

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering geology or geotechnical sector.
• Full, clean UK driving licence required.
• UK working rights mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Phase 1 desk studies.
• Undertake site walkovers and ground investigations.
• Prepare factual and interpretive reports.
• Perform groundwater and gas monitoring.
• Provide guidance to junior colleagues.
• Communicate with clients on project delivery.

Skills

Ground investigation experience

Client communication

Report preparation

Team support

Education

Degree in geology, geoscience, earth sciences, or related

Job description

Engineering Geologist

Location: Chester (Hybrid)
Reference: BY128574
Salary: £27,000 – £34,000

Are you an Engineering Geology professional looking to advance your career within a well-respected Ground Investigation consultancy? This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone with ground investigation experience to broaden their responsibilities and grow alongside a developing team based in Chester.

What’s on offer for the successful Engineering Geologist:

• Salary range of £27,000 – £34,000
• Company pension and comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid working options and flexible arrangements
• Regular salary reviews and clear routes for professional progression
• Ongoing CPD support and long-term career development
• A collaborative, supportive and welcoming group of specialists

Key responsibilities in the Engineering Geologist role:

• Conducting Phase 1 desk studies
• Undertaking site walkovers and ground investigation activities
• Preparing factual and interpretive reports
• Performing groundwater and gas monitoring, soil sampling and borehole logging
• Providing guidance and support to junior colleagues
• Communicating with clients and contributing to project delivery

Requirements for the Engineering Geologost position:

To be considered, you should have experience within the engineering geology or geotechnical sector, hold a degree in geology, geoscience, earth sciences, geotechnical engineering or a closely related discipline, and possess a full, clean UK driving licence. You will also need to be based in or near Chester and hold full UK working rights.

If you are interested in this or other roles Engineering/Environmental roles please do not hesitate to contact Beth Young on [e-mail] or call 01792 957381. We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to www.penguinrecruitment.co.uk. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.