Geo-Environmental Consultant

Penguin Recruitment; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks a passionate Geo-Environmental Engineer to join a dynamic team in Sheffield. This full-time position offers diverse project opportunities across the UK in energy, infrastructure, and development, along with a competitive salary and benefits that support professional development. Candidates should possess a relevant degree, 1-3 years of experience, and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive contributory pension scheme

Free life assurance cover

Employee discount scheme

Flexible benefits programme

Support for continued professional development

Use of a company van

Employee social fund

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant work experience.
• Proficiency in supervising site investigations.
• Current or aspiring membership in a relevant professional body.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Preliminary Risk Assessments and site investigations.
• Manage fieldwork activities and supervise drilling.
• Prepare health, safety, environment, and quality documentation.

Skills

Communication

Site Investigation

Report Writing

Education

BSc degree in Geology, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Geo-Environmental Engineer

Overview

Are you passionate about geotechnical and environmental engineering? We are seeking a dedicated Geo-Environmental Engineer to join a dynamic and experienced team. This full-time, permanent role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects across the UK, including energy, infrastructure, renewable energy, development, and regeneration initiatives. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to contribute to impactful projects, this role is for you.

Responsibilities

As a Geo-Environmental Engineer, your key responsibilities will include:

Conducting Preliminary Risk Assessments (Phase 1 Desk Studies) and intrusive site investigations in line with national standards.
Managing fieldwork activities, including supervising drilling and excavation works, gas and groundwater monitoring, and sampling.
Logging rocks and soils, performing in situ testing, and supervising remediation and earthworks projects.
Collaborating with contractors to ensure project specifications are met.
Preparing health, safety, environment, and quality documentation for new projects.
Scheduling laboratory testing for soil, rock, and water samples.
Writing factual and interpretative reports.
Supporting project managers in planning and preparing fee proposals.

Qualifications

To excel in this role, you should have:

A BSc degree in Geology, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
1-3 years of relevant work experience.
Experience supervising site investigations, including windowless sampling and trial pitting.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including report writing.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
A proactive approach to professional development, with current or aspiring membership in a relevant professional body.
A full manual UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.

Day-to-Day

Your time will be split approximately 50/40 between site work and office-based tasks, with occasional travel and overnight stays for distant projects. You will engage in a variety of activities, from supervising fieldwork to preparing detailed reports, ensuring no two days are the same.

Benefits

We offer a competitive package, including:

Salary commensurate with experience.
Competitive contributory pension scheme.
Free life assurance cover.
Employee discount scheme for everyday purchases.
Flexible benefits programme, including options to buy additional holidays, EV salary sacrifice, cycle-to-work schemes, and private healthcare.
Support for continued professional development, including payment of professional membership fees.
Use of a company van.
Access to an employee social fund with quarterly events.

Apply Now

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and please send your CV and a cover letter to [] or contact us at [(phone number removed)] for more information

Job Info

Job Title:

Company:

Penguin Recruitment

Location:

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Posted:

Jul 3rd 2025

Closes:

Aug 3rd 2025

Sector:

Consulting

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

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