Engineering Geologist[957298]

Spencer Quantum Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Engineering Geologist to assist with ground investigation work across Wales and nationally. The successful candidate will be involved in various geotechnical tasks, requiring a BSc in a relevant field and previous site experience. The role offers a salary commensurate with experience along with flexible benefits.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits programme

Retail and gym discount memberships

Qualifications

• BSc qualified in geology or related field.
• Previous site experience in ground investigation.
• Understanding of soil and rock strata in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with clients and supervising ground investigation activities.
• Conducting soil and rock logging.
• Writing factual and interpretative reports.

Skills

Geotechnical knowledge

Report writing

Ground investigation techniques

Soil mechanics understanding

Education

BSc degree in geology/earth sciences

Tools

Geological maps interpretation

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Posted:

02.06.2025

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17.07.2025

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Job Description:

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with ground investigation work across Wales, South West and Nationally as and when required, as directed by the Project Manager or other project staff. You will also be expected to have experience and ability to undertake geotechnical interpretative ground investigation reports.

Person Specification:

• BSc degree level qualified in geology/earth sciences or a related environmental subject essential.
• Previous UK ground investigation site experience is essential, and knowledge of the various techniques employed
• Be able to log samples to BS 5930+A2 technical standards
• A good knowledge of the principal soil and rock strata encountered in the UK.
• Knowledgeable in geotechnical studies including good understanding of soil mechanics basics.
• Familiar with and be able to interpret geological maps and published geological data.
• Understanding of water, ground and soil gas monitoring techniques.
• Full UK driving licence essential.
• Valid CSCS Card (if not held, the Company will facilitate)
• Working towards chartership with the Geological Society or Institution of Civil Engineers.
• Excellent report writing skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy
• Ability to travel to different sites.

Responsibilities:

• Liaising with clients, engineering supervisors and subcontractors.
• Setting up and organising ground investigation works.
• Supervising intrusive investigation activities such as drilling, trial. pitting and in-situ testing.
• Soil and rock logging and laboratory scheduling.
• Processing & Interpretation of field and laboratory results.
• Report writing, both factual and interpretative reports.

Salary and benefits:

• Salary Commensurate with experience
• Contributory pension scheme
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays and childcare vouchers.
• Various retail, gym and online discount memberships

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