Engineering Geologist

Penguin Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Engineering Geologist to join their dynamic team in the North East. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work on diverse projects while receiving specialized training to enhance your skills. You'll be involved in essential tasks such as in-situ testing, soil sampling, and supervising ground investigations, ensuring projects meet high standards. With a competitive salary and a supportive environment that promotes professional development, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in geotechnical and geo-environmental fields. Join a team that values your growth and offers a variety of projects to work on.

Benefits

Company pension

Cycle2Work scheme

Continued professional development

Training provided

Family friendly policies

Qualifications

• Degree in geology or related field required.
• Experience in ground investigation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-situ testing and soil sampling on site.
• Supervise ground investigations and write factual reports.
• Collaborate with team members for project delivery.

Skills

In-situ testing

Gas monitoring

Soil sampling

Soil and rock logging

Report writing

Education

Degree in Geology

Degree in Geoscience

Degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Engineering Geologist

Location: Durham

Reference: BY1783

Salary: 26,000 - 32,000.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineering geologist based in the North East to join an industry leading team of geotechnical and geo-environmental contractors. You'll be provided with specialist training and varied projects to enhance your skills, network within the industry and develop your career.

As an Engineering Geologist you will be working largely on site:

1. Carrying out in-situ testing, gas monitoring and soil sampling.
2. Soil and rock logging.
3. Supervising ground investigations.
4. Writing factual reports.
5. Liaising with team members to ensure projects are delivered to the highest standard.

This Engineering Geologist role offers:

1. A competitive entry level salary ( 26,000 - 32,000).
2. Company pension and benefits scheme including Cycle2Work.
3. Continued professional development.
4. Training provided as required.
5. Vast range of projects and work closely with specialists.
6. Family friendly policies.

The Engineering Geologist selected must have a degree in geology, geoscience, geotechnical engineering or a related subject, and have demonstrable experience within ground investigation. Applicants must hold a valid UK Driving licence, be commutable to Durham, be willing to travel to sites and have a full right to work in the UK.