Engineering Geologist (Rail)

Fusion People; 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 after 6 months

Job summary

Fusion People seeks an Engineering Geologist to join our Rail Division in Leeds on a permanent basis. You will deliver geotechnical solutions across rail projects, and produce reports and calculations to support design and project delivery.

The role requires a Geology degree, rail geotechnical experience, and a full UK driving license, with hybrid working considered after six months of employment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geology or related discipline.
• Experience in earthworks inspections and reporting in rail projects.
• Experience in geotechnical design of earthworks and infrastructure.
• Full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality geotechnical solutions across rail projects.
• Produce and review geotechnical reports, drawings and calculations.
• Engage with clients, contractors and stakeholders to support delivery.
• Support project and contract management and compliance with rail requirements.

Skills

Rail sector experience

Geotechnical reporting

Earthworks design

Client liaison

Education

Degree in Geology

Master's in Engineering Geology/Geotechnical Engineering (desirable)

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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