Geo-Environmental Engineer

​; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary consultancy is seeking a Geo-Environmental Engineer to join their Edinburgh office. The role involves assisting with ground investigations, producing reports, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in geology or a related field, possess strong communication skills, and be willing to travel frequently for site work. The position offers competitive salary and benefits including professional development programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Generous annual leave

Comprehensive health and wellness coverage

Professional development programs

Cycle-to-work scheme

Car allowance

Qualifications

• Background in ground investigation including scoping, setup, logging, supervision, laboratory scheduling, groundwater and ground gas monitoring, and factual reporting.
• A willingness to travel for ground investigation works.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental management as applied to ground investigations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design, procurement, supervision, and management of ground investigations.
• Production of desk study assessments.
• Accurate collection of site data.
• Production of detailed factual and interpretative reports.
• Undertake ground gas and groundwater monitoring works and assessment.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

IT literate

Strong social, interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Degree in geology, engineering geology or relevant environmental science discipline

Job description

EDINBURGH

Geo-Environmental Engineer: Large Multi-disciplinary Consultancy that values innovation and collaboration with a great opportunity for progression at their Edinburgh office.

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Overview

Our client is a leading global consultancy specialising in engineering, environmental solutions, and sustainable infrastructure. With decades of experience delivering innovative projects across diverse sectors, they combine technical expertise with a commitment to creating resilient, future‑ready communities. Their collaborative approach ensures tailored solutions for complex challenges, making them a trusted partner for governments, private enterprises, and international organisations worldwide.

They are seeking a Geo‑Environmental Engineer to join their growing team in Edinburgh. Your main duties and responsibilities will be to assist with the design, procurement, supervision and management of geotechnical and geo‑environmental ground investigations.

They will tailor your training and development to achieve your own personal goals and their business objectives, providing the specific support you need to reach your potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the design, procurement, supervision and management of geotechnical and geo‑environmental ground investigations
• Production of desk study assessments
• Accurate collection of site data
• Production of detailed factual and interpretative reports
• Undertaking ground gas & groundwater monitoring works and assessment

Requirements

• A degree in geology, engineering geology or a relevant environmental science discipline.
• Background in ground investigation, including scoping, set‑up, logging, supervision, laboratory scheduling, groundwater and ground gas monitoring and factual reporting.
• A willingness to travel for ground investigation works. At least 50% of the role will be site based and this may involve occasional overnight stays.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and be fully IT literate as you will be required to write clear, concise and technically robust reports.
• You should have a good understanding of health, safety and environmental management, as applied to ground investigation.
• Hold a full, preferably clean, driving licence.
• A team player with strong social, interpersonal and communication skills.

Desirable

• CAT and Genny Training
• SSSTS or SMSTS
• Water Hygiene Card
• First Aid (3 day courses)
• CSCS card relevant to the position.

On offer

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working arrangements and generous annual leave options
• Comprehensive health and wellness coverage
• Professional development programs and career progression opportunities
• Employee assistance and wellbeing support
• Optional perks such as cycle‑to‑work scheme and car allowance (role/location dependent)
• And more

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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.

All Evan Craig vacancies require right to work in the UK.

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