Geo-Environmental Engineer

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking engineering consultancy is looking for a Geo-Environmental Engineer to join their team. This full-time role involves diverse ground investigation and environmental assessment projects across the UK, allowing for skill development within a supportive environment. Candidates with relevant degrees and experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Earth Sciences, Geology, or Environmental Science.
• At least 2 years of experience in ground investigation and environmental assessment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute ground investigation works, including sampling.
• Log and assess geological materials according to best practices.
• Compile technical reports including contamination assessments.

Skills

Data collection

Geological assessment

Report compiling

Education

Degree in Earth Sciences

Degree in Geology

Degree in Environmental Science

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 experience in ground investigation and environmental assessment