Engineering Geologist in Exeter)

Penguin Recruitment; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Ground Investigation consultancy is seeking an Engineering Geologist to join their Chester-based team. This role offers an exciting opportunity for professionals with ground investigation experience to expand their responsibilities in a collaborative environment. Candidates should have a degree in geology or a related field, a clean UK driving licence, and be available for hybrid working. A comprehensive benefits package and career progression opportunities are included.

Benefits

Company pension

Comprehensive benefits package

Regular salary reviews

Ongoing CPD support

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering geology or geotechnics.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Available for hybrid working and based in or near Chester.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Phase 1 desk studies.
• Undertake site walkovers and ground investigations.
• Prepare factual and interpretive reports.
• Monitor groundwater and gas, and log boreholes.
• Guide and support junior colleagues.
• Communicate with clients for project delivery.

Skills

Ground investigation experience

Client communication

Report preparation

Team support and guidance

Education

Degree in geology or related discipline

Job description

Engineering Geologist

Location: Chester (Hybrid)

Reference: BY128574

Salary: £27,000 - £34,000

Are you an Engineering Geology professional looking to advance your career within a well-respected Ground Investigation consultancy? This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone with ground investigation experience to broaden their responsibilities and grow alongside a developing team based in Chester.

What's on offer for the successful Engineering Geologist

• Salary range of £27,000 - £34,000
• Company pension and comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid working options and flexible arrangements
• Regular salary reviews and clear routes for professional progression
• Ongoing CPD support and long-term career development
• A collaborative, supportive and welcoming group of specialists

Key responsibilities in the Engineering Geologist role

• Conducting Phase 1 desk studies
• Undertaking site walkovers and ground investigation activities
• Preparing factual and interpretive reports
• Performing groundwater and gas monitoring, soil sampling and borehole logging
• Providing guidance and support to junior colleagues
• Communicating with clients and contributing to project delivery

Requirements for the Engineering Geologost position

To be considered, you should have experience within the engineering geology or geotechnical sector, hold a degree in geology, geoscience, earth sciences, geotechnical engineering or a closely related discipline, and possess a full, clean UK driving licence. You will also need to be based in or near Chester and hold full UK working rights.

We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to www.penguinrecruitment.co.uk. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.