Engineering Geologist

Penguin Recruitment; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist geotechnical and environmental consultancy in Milton Keynes is seeking an Engineering Geologist. The successful candidate will lead ground investigation works, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards while managing subcontractors. This position offers a clear progression path, with responsibilities that include report writing, client liaison, and mentoring junior engineers. Ideal candidates should possess a degree in Geology and relevant experience in ground investigation, along with a full UK driving licence.

Benefits

Internal training opportunities

Bonus scheme

Healthy pension scheme

Clear progression path

Qualifications

• Strong mix of geo-environmental and geotechnical experience.
• Experience within ground investigation.
• Hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead intrusive ground investigation works.
• Oversee site activities and manage subcontractors.
• Conduct high-quality soil and rock logging.
• Design ground investigations and conduct Phase 1 desk studies.
• Write interpretative reports and conduct geotechnical risk assessments.

Education

Degree in Geology or a related discipline

Job description

Job Title

Engineering Geologist

Location

Milton Keynes

Salary

£35,000 - £38,000

A new opportunity has opened for an Engineering Geologist in Milton Keynes.

Are you looking for a role that offers a clear progression path?

This role involves leading intrusive ground investigation works, including the supervision of rotary and cable percussive drilling. You will oversee site activities, manage subcontractors, ensure compliance with health and safety standards, and carry out high-quality soil and rock logging. The position acts as a key link between site operations and office-based reporting, supporting the successful delivery of ground investigation projects.

Company benefits

• Internal training opportunities
• Bonus scheme
• Healthy pension scheme
• Clear progression path

Role and responsibilities

• Ground investigation design
• Phase 1 desk studies
• Interpretative report writing
• Conducting geotechnical risk assessments
• Liaising directly with clients

The ideal candidate will have a strong mix of geo‑environmental and geotechnical experience.

As an Engineering Geologist, you will also have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers, share your technical knowledge, and continue developing your skills under the guidance of senior and principal engineers.

If you are looking to work for a talented specialist geotechnical and environmental consultancy, we want to hear from you.

Essential criteria

• Degree in Geology or a related discipline
• Experience within ground investigation
• Live within a commutable distance of the Milton Keynes office
• Hold a full UK driving licence

If you are interested in applying, please reach out to Penguin Recruitment - Ruby Evans