Geologist

Penguin Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Central London is seeking a Geologist to supervise ground investigations and monitor environmental factors. The successful candidate must hold a degree in Geology or a related field and have site investigation experience. Responsibilities include logging soils, groundwater monitoring, and assisting with report writing. The role offers competitive benefits including a company vehicle, overtime allowances, and a clear career progression pathway in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Overtime and site allowances

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Clear training and progression pathway

Qualifications

• Degree in Geology or a related discipline is required.
• Experience in site or ground investigations is essential.
• Ability to live within a commutable distance of London.

Responsibilities

• Supervise ground investigations performed by contractors.
• Log soils and rock samples in accordance with current standards.
• Monitor groundwater and gas, and take contamination samples.
• Assist in writing factual and interpretative reports.
• Liaise with drilling contractors to ensure compliance with health and safety.

Skills

Good communication and report writing skills

Site or ground investigation experience

Education

Degree in Geology or a related discipline

Job description

Job title

Geologist

Location

Central London

Salary

£35,000

Key duties

• supervising ground investigations
• logging soils and rock to current standards
• groundwater and gas monitoring, contamination sampling
• assisting with factual and interpretative report writing
• liaising with drilling contractors and ensuring health and safety compliance on site

Essential criteria

• Degree in Geology or a related discipline
• Site or ground investigation experience
• Live within a commutable distance of London
• Full UK driving licence
• Good communication and report writing skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Overtime and site allowances
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Clear training and progression pathway

To apply, please contact Ruby Evans at Penguin Recruitment.