Engineering Geologist Geotechnical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established consultancy is seeking a motivated Senior Engineering Geologist to join their expanding team in Leeds. This role offers the chance to work on diverse geotechnical projects across the north of England, focusing on collaboration with experts in the field. The successful candidate will manage projects, supervise junior staff, and engage in fieldwork to ensure high-quality outcomes. With opportunities for career progression and professional development, this position is ideal for those passionate about geology and engineering.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in geotechnical engineering projects.
• Chartered Geologist status or working towards it is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage and work on various geotechnical engineering projects.
• Collaborate with Geo-environmental and Engineering Geologists.

Skills

Ground Investigation Techniques

Supervision of Fieldwork

Sampling and Logging of Soil and Rock

Scheduling Laboratory Testing

Preparing Interpretative Reports

Earthworks Specifications

Remediation Strategies

Slope Stability Assessment

CLEA Risk Assessment

Groundwater DQRA

Education

Degree in Geology or Engineering Geology

Masters in Engineering Geology or Environmental Geology

Chartered Geologist (CGeol) status

Job description

Job Description

My client is a well-established consultancy offering great opportunities for career progression. They are currently seeking a Senior Engineering Geologist to support their expanding team and workload. The ideal candidate will be motivated and enthusiastic, capable of managing and working on various geotechnical engineering projects.

These projects mainly cover the north of England, centered on Leeds, with occasional sites across the UK. The role involves collaboration with a team of Geo-environmental and Engineering Geologists, producing Geo-environmental Desk Studies, Site Investigation Reports, Coal Mining Risk Reports, tenders, specifications for grouting of mine workings and earthworks, and responding to regulator conditions and queries.

The position is primarily office-based, with occasional site visits for meetings with clients, supervising site work such as grout treatment or earthworks, and field activities like logging boreholes and trial pits, depending on workload demands.

The successful candidate will also assist the Department Head with daily management, supervise junior staff, and contribute to their development. Suitable candidates will have:

1. Degree in Geology or Engineering Geology (Essential)
2. Masters in Engineering Geology or Environmental Geology (Desirable)
3. Chartered Geologist (CGeol) status or working towards it (Essential)
4. At least 5 years’ relevant experience

Additional skills include Ground Investigation Techniques, supervision of fieldwork, sampling and logging of soil and rock, scheduling laboratory testing, preparing interpretative reports, earthworks specifications, and remediation strategies, as well as consultations with regulators.

Desirable but not essential skills include Slope Stability Assessment, CLEA Risk Assessment, and Groundwater DQRA.

For more information or to apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.