Engineering Geologist

TipTopJob; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Generous annual leave

Company pension scheme

Flexible and hybrid working options

Travel expenses covered for site-based

Ongoing professional development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

TipTopJob is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer in Wolverhampton to support diverse ground investigation and geotechnical projects across residential, commercial, infrastructure, and development sectors. The role blends site-based and office-based work through the project lifecycle, from planning to reporting and client liaison.

Applicants should have a degree in Geotechnical Engineering or related fields, strong report writing and communication skills, and be willing to travel to project sites.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, Geology, Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Good understanding of ground investigation techniques and site supervision.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertake and supervise ground investigation works across varied sites.
• Oversee site activities, ensuring safety and technical standards.
• Log soil/rock samples per industry guidance; coordinate drilling contractors.
• Interpret data and prepare factual/interpretative reports; assess geotechnical risks.

Skills

Report writing

Communication

Organisational skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Geotechnical Engineering

Engineering Geology

Geology

Civil Engineering

Job description

About The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Geotechnical Engineer to join a specialised geotechnical company in Wolverhampton. The successful candidate will support the delivery of a diverse range of ground investigation and geotechnical projects across residential, commercial, infrastructure, and development sectors.

This role offers a balance of site:based and office:based responsibilities, providing involvement throughout the project lifecycle, from planning and supervising site investigations through to data interpretation, reporting, and client support.

Geotechnical Engineer

Location: Wolverhampton

Salary: GBP30,000 : GBP35,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Geotechnical Engineer to join a specialised geotechnical company in Wolverhampton. The successful candidate will support the delivery of a diverse range of ground investigation and geotechnical projects across residential, commercial, infrastructure, and development sectors.

This role offers a balance of site:based and office:based responsibilities, providing involvement throughout the project lifecycle, from planning and supervising site investigations through to data interpretation, reporting, and client support.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Company pension scheme.
• Flexible and hybrid working options.
• Travel expenses covered for site:based work.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake and supervise ground investigation works on a variety of sites.
• Oversee site activities, ensuring investigations are completed safely and to the required technical standards.
• Log soil and rock samples in accordance with current industry guidance and standards.
• Coordinate drilling contractors, subcontractors, and site personnel.
• Interpret ground investigation data and prepare factual and interpretative reports.
• Assist in the assessment of geotechnical risks and provide foundation and earthworks recommendations.
• Support Phase I and Phase II site investigations where required.
• Monitor project programmes, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful project completion.
• Maintain accurate site records, logs, and technical documentation.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders throughout project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality procedures.

Requirements

• Previous experience within a ground investigation, geotechnical, or geoenvironmental consultancy environment.
• Good understanding of ground investigation techniques, site supervision, and geotechnical assessment principles.
• Degree qualified in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, Geology, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of current geotechnical standards, guidance, and relevant environmental regulations.
• Strong report:writing, communication, and organisational skills.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to manage multiple project priorities.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites as required.

This is a permanent role.