Engineering Geologist

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous leave

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Hybrid working

Travel allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is seeking an Engineering Geologist in Northampton to support a mix of ground investigation and environmental projects. The role involves working across site-based and office-based activities within a hybrid setup, managing investigations and preparing technical reports for delivery.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering Geology or related field, strong communication and report-writing skills, and a willingness to travel for site visits.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, organisational and report writing skills.
• Degree in Engineering Geology, Geology, Environmental Science, or related discipline.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for site work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out and supervise ground investigation works on a variety of sites.
• Coordinate fieldwork activities and ensure technical standards are maintained.
• Manage subcontractors and external contractors throughout project delivery.
• Prepare factual and interpretative technical reports.
• Undertake contaminated land and geotechnical risk assessments.
• Assist with Phase I and Phase II site investigations.

Skills

Communication skills

Report writing

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Engineering Geology / Geology / Environmental Science

Job description

Engineering Geologist

Location: Northampton

Salary: £30-35,000

About the Role

An established environmental and engineering consultancy is looking to appoint an Engineering Geologist to join their expanding Leeds-based team. This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse range of ground investigation and environmental projects, supporting developments from early-stage assessment through to remediation and delivery.

Working within a hybrid setup, the successful candidate will be involved in both site-based and office-based activities, managing investigations, preparing technical reports, and supporting project delivery. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Engineering Geologist seeking long-term career development within a collaborative consultancy environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Excellent annual leave allowance.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life assurance and employee wellbeing support.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Travel allowance for site visits.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

Main Responsibilities

• Carry out and supervise ground investigation works on a variety of sites.
• Coordinate fieldwork activities and ensure technical standards are maintained.
• Manage subcontractors and external contractors throughout project delivery.
• Prepare factual and interpretative technical reports.
• Undertake contaminated land and geotechnical risk assessments.
• Assist with Phase I and Phase II site investigations.
• Monitor project progress to ensure deadlines and budgets are achieved.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and technical records.
• Liaise with clients, regulators, and stakeholders professionally.
• Provide practical recommendations based on geological and environmental findings.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Support and mentor junior team members where required.

Requirements

• Previous experience within engineering geology or geoenvironmental consultancy.
• Knowledge of Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments and ground investigation practices.
• Degree qualified in Engineering Geology, Geology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of current environmental and geotechnical regulations.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and report writing skills.
• Commercial awareness and strong problem-solving ability.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for site work.

This is a permanent opportunity.

For more information on this or similar opportunities, please contact Caitlin Richards.