Geo-Environmental Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative engineering consultancy is seeking a Geo-Environmental Engineer to join their dynamic team in Northamptonshire. This full-time position offers a unique blend of fieldwork and office responsibilities, allowing you to engage in diverse ground investigation and environmental assessment projects across the UK. You'll have the opportunity to enhance your technical skills while collaborating with a supportive team on projects in residential, industrial, and infrastructure sectors. With a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development, this role is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the geo-environmental field.

Benefits

25 days paid annual leave

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Opportunities for CPD and technical workshops

Field-based bonus payments for travel

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant industry experience in geotechnical or environmental fieldwork.
• Excellent written communication skills for preparing technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute ground investigation works, including sampling and data collection.
• Assist in compiling technical reports and contamination assessments.

Skills

Geotechnical Fieldwork

Environmental Sampling

Technical Document Preparation

Soil and Rock Logging

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Earth Sciences

Degree in Geology

Degree in Environmental Science

Tools

GIS Platforms

Standard Office Software

Job description

Job Description

A forward-thinking engineering consultancy is currently recruiting for a Geo-Environmental Engineer to join their ground and environmental team in Northamptonshire. This full-time, permanent position involves working on diverse ground investigation and environmental assessment projects across the UK, with a strong mix of both fieldwork and office-based responsibilities.

The successful candidate will have the chance to grow their technical skills within a collaborative team that supports projects in residential, industrial, and infrastructure development sectors.

Position Overview

1. Take an active role in planning and executing ground investigation works, including sampling and onsite data collection
2. Log and assess geological materials in accordance with current best practices
3. Coordinate with contractors and subcontractors during field operations
4. Assist in compiling technical reports including contamination assessments, interpretive findings, and desk-based studies
5. Travel to project sites (predominantly within a two-hour radius), with occasional overnight stays when required
6. Support senior engineering staff on project documentation, safety procedures, and client communications

Candidate Requirements

• Holds a relevant degree in Earth Sciences, Geology, Environmental Science, or a related field
• Has at least 2 years of relevant industry experience in geotechnical or environmental fieldwork and reporting
• Familiar with soil and rock logging, environmental sampling, and lab scheduling
• Excellent written communication skills, especially in preparing technical documents
• Competent with standard office software; exposure to logging or GIS platforms is an advantage
• Must have a valid UK driving licence and be willing to travel as part of the role
• Adaptable, practical, and capable of working in outdoor environments throughout the year

Salary & Benefits

• Salary range: £30,000 - £36,000, depending on experience
• Field-based bonus payments for daily travel and overnight stays
• 25 days of paid annual leave in addition to bank holidays
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Opportunities for CPD, technical workshops, and structured career development
• Broad exposure to multidisciplinary projects and high-profile clients

This is an excellent opportunity for a geo-environmental professional seeking a new challenge within a growing consultancy. The role offers meaningful project involvement, a supportive team environment, and real opportunities for technical advancement.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex, operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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