Engineering Geologist - Lab Testing & Mentoring

Geolabs Limited; Watford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Geolabs Limited in Watford is seeking an Engineering Geologist to join the head office laboratory. You will perform testing and log core and samples to high standards of safety, quality and technical accuracy.

Additionally, you will train technicians, work with management to improve methods, and ensure equipment is calibrated and fit for purpose, contributing to QA and accreditation efforts.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Engineering Geology, Geology, Geotechnics or closely related discipline.
• Experience describing and logging soil and rock samples.
• Geotechnical laboratory experience and use of national standards advantageous.
• Strong IT skills, particularly Excel, with good numeracy and literacy.

Responsibilities

• Undertake laboratory testing and core and sample logging efficiently and reliably, in accordance with national standards and QA requirements.
• Train, coach and support laboratory technicians, and assess their competence.
• Work with the Technical Management Team to develop and improve methods and practices.
• Ensure laboratory equipment is fully functional, calibrated and fit for purpose.
• Support accreditation and comply with the Quality Manual.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Coaching skills

Practical problem-solving

Education

Engineering Geology / Geology degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Geolabs Limited in Watford is seeking an Engineering Geologist to join the head office laboratory. You will perform testing and log core and samples to high standards of safety, quality and technical accuracy.

Additionally, you will train technicians, work with management to improve methods, and ensure equipment is calibrated and fit for purpose, contributing to QA and accreditation efforts.