Engineering Geologist (Rail)

Fusion People Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Bonus schemes

Staff Health Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

BUPA Company Care Scheme

Life Insurance

Pension Scheme

Interest-free travel loan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Professional fees paid

Hybrid/flexible working after 6 months

Job summary

Fusion People (Rail Division) seeks an Engineering Geologist to deliver geotechnical solutions for rail projects in Leeds. You will produce reports, review designs and support project delivery across earthworks and infrastructure.

Requirements include a Geology degree (Geotechnical masters desirable) and rail sector experience; UK driving licence is essential. Hybrid and flexible working opportunities may be considered after six months.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geology or a related discipline.
• Masters in Engineering Geology or Geotechnical Engineering (desirable).
• Working towards or achieved chartered engineer status.
• Experience working within the rail sector, including earthworks inspections and reporting.
• Experience in the specification and design of earthworks and geotechnical solutions.
• Experience producing geotechnical reports, including Geotechnical Interpretative Reports and Mining Risk Assessments.
• A full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality geotechnical solutions across a wide range of projects in the rail sector.
• Produce and review geotechnical reports, drawings and calculations.
• Undertake geotechnical design works, including assessments for earthworks, slopes, and associated infrastructure.
• Support and contribute to project and contract management.
• Engage directly with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders to support successful project delivery.
• Support compliance with rail industry and client-specific requirements and procedures.

Skills

Geotechnical

Rail sector experience

Earthworks design

Geotechnical reporting

Education

Degree in Geology or related

Masters in Engineering Geology/Geotechnical (desirable)

Chartered engineer status (in progress or achieved)

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Engineering Geologist (Rail)

Permanent role

£35,000 - £49,000

Leeds

Multidisciplinary Consultancy - Rail Division

Engineering Geologist - BENEFITS

• Salary - £35,000 - £49,000
• 33 days annual leave (inclusive of Public Holidays) including annual leave purchase and buy-back scheme
• Bonus Schemes including loyalty bonus, introducer fee and qualifications award
• Access to Staff Health Plan, Employee Assistance Programme including a 24-hour advice line.
• BUPA Company Care Scheme
• Life Insurance, Personal Accident and a generous Contributory Pension Scheme
• Interest-free travel loan, Cycle to Work Scheme and Arnold Clark Affinity Scheme
• Payment of professional fees
• Hybrid and flexible working opportunities will be considered 6 months into employment

Engineering Geologist - RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver high-quality geotechnical solutions across a wide range of projects in the rail sector
• Produce and review geotechnical reports, drawings and calculations
• Undertake geotechnical design works, including assessments for earthworks, slopes, and associated infrastructure
• Support and contribute to project and contract management
• Engage directly with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders to support successful project delivery
• Support compliance with rail industry and client-specific requirements and procedures

Engineering Geologist - REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Geology or a related discipline
• Masters in Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline (desirable)
• Working towards or achieved chartered engineer status
• Experience working within the rail sector, including earthworks inspections and reporting
• Experience in the specification and design of earthworks and geotechnical solutions
• Experience producing geotechnical reports, including Geotechnical Interpretative Reports and Mining Risk Assessments
• A full UK driving license.

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