Geo-Environmental Engineer

​; Banbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established environmental consultancy in Banbury is seeking a proactive Geo-Environmental Engineer to manage site investigations and work on remediation strategies. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field and at least 2 years of experience in geo-environmental consultancy. This role offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional development and a salary range of £28,000 – £35,000.

Benefits

Collaborative, flexible working environment

Ongoing professional development and mentoring

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ background in geo-environmental consultancy or contracting.
• Strong understanding of UK contaminated land regulations and guidance.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage Phase I and Phase II site investigations.
• Conduct fieldwork including soil sampling, groundwater monitoring, and gas surveys.
• Support remediation design and implementation.

Skills

Geo-environmental consultancy

Report writing

Communication skills

Fieldwork

GIS or CAD tools

Education

Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Civil Engineering

Tools

GIS

CAD tools

Job description

Overview

Geo-Environmental Engineer sought at a successful, family‑feel environmental consultancy in Banbury.

The client specialises in the investigation, assessment and reclamation of development land, predominantly working with housing contractors and on commercial projects. They pride themselves on an exceptionally low staff turnover.

They are seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented Geo-Environmental Engineer to join their multidisciplinary team. You’ll play a key role in delivering ground investigation, risk assessment, and remediation strategies for a diverse range of development sites across the UK.

In this role, you’ll have exposure to both consultancy and contracting projects and the opportunity to shape site‑specific solutions and see them through to implementation. Alongside their commitment to ongoing professional development and mentoring, with a family‑feel atmosphere and a close knit, friendly team, this is your chance to join a company where you\'ll feel right at home.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and manage Phase I and Phase II site investigations
• Conduct fieldwork including soil sampling, groundwater monitoring, and gas surveys
• Interpret laboratory data and produce technical reports
• Develop conceptual site models and quantitative risk assessments
• Support remediation design and implementation
• Liaise with clients, regulators, and contractors to ensure smooth project delivery
• Contribute to health & safety planning and compliance on site

Requirements

• Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Civil Engineering, or related field
• 2+ years’ background in geo-environmental consultancy or contracting
• Phase 1 & 2 Report writing
• Strong understanding of UK contaminated land regulations and guidance (e.g. CLR11, BS10175)
• Proficiency in logging soils to BS5930 and using GIS or CAD tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

On offer

• Salary £28,000 – £35,000
• A collaborative, flexible working environment
• Exposure to both consultancy and contracting projects
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring
• Opportunity to shape site-specific solutions and see them through to implementation

To apply for the position of Geo-Environmental Engineer, please submit your current CV (ideally in Word format).

Due to high volume, we are unable to acknowledge every application. Bear in mind that if you are shortlisted you will be contacted in 7 days.

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