Engineering Geologist

Matchtech; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training scheme

In-house training

Professional development

Well-being

Job summary

Matchtech's client, a leading geotechnical consultancy in the UK, is seeking a Site Engineer to guide projects from planning through fieldwork, testing and reporting. This permanent role offers a structured training scheme with in-house and external programmes and a supportive team culture focused on professional growth.

A full UK driving licence is required, with opportunities to progress toward chartership through clear pathways and ongoing development.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and collaborative work style.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to site conditions.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from initial planning through fieldwork, laboratory testing and reporting.
• Conduct site investigations and evaluate soil, rock, groundwater and materials.
• Support health and safety adherence with training provided.
• Develop skills in report writing, project planning and commercial awareness.
• Grow towards chartership through a structured training scheme.
• Integrate with and strengthen an existing team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

Relevant qualifications

Job description

Our client, a leading consultancy in the geotechnical field, is currently seeking a Site Engineer to join their team. This role offers a permanent opportunity to play a significant part in a company dedicated to high-quality site investigation services and data.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Site Engineer, you will:

• Manage projects from initial planning through to fieldwork, laboratory testing and reporting
• Conduct thorough research, investigation, testing, monitoring, reporting and evaluation to aid in understanding site-specific engineering behaviour
• Undertake site investigations related to soil, rock, groundwater and man-made materials
• Ensure adherence to all health and safety requirements with the necessary training support provided
• Develop skills across all aspects of ground investigation, including report writing, project planning and commercial understanding
• Work towards clear progression goals designed to align with the training scheme and pathways towards chartership

Job Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in site/ground investigation or a relevant field such as Earth or Environmental Science, Geology, Geography, Civil Engineering or similar
• Relevant qualifications
• Enthusiasm and a keen interest in learning
• Ability to integrate with and enhance an existing strong team
• A full UK driving licence

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Structured Engineer Training Scheme with clear progression paths
• Comprehensive in-house and external training programmes
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• Commitment to employee well-being and a positive work culture

If you are a dedicated and knowledgeable engineer looking for an opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you.