Geologist / Geo-environmental Engineer

Grampian Geotechnical (Scotland) Ltd; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A geotechnical engineering firm in Aberdeen is seeking a Geologist / Geo-environmental Engineer to join their team. The role involves overseeing ground investigations, conducting geotechnical assessments, and ensuring effective communication with project staff and clients. Applicants should hold a BSc in a relevant field and possess a full UK driving licence. The company offers a supportive environment with ongoing training and career development opportunities.

Benefits

31 days holiday

Continuous training and development

Death in service scheme

Generous pension scheme

Yearly bonus

Balanced mix of office and site work

Opportunities for career advancement

Relaxed working environment

Qualifications

• Sound understanding of the UK site investigation industry.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Desirable but not essential: additional qualifications related to the role.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with project staff and clients effectively.
• Supervise intrusive ground investigations using various techniques.
• Collate geotechnical data and prepare reports for clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Ground investigation techniques

Soil and rock logging

Geotechnical data analysis

Education

BSc in Geology, Earth Science, Geography, Civil Engineering, or related

Job description

Overview

Grampian Geotechnical (Scotland) Ltd group is an established provider of geotechnical and environmental engineering services across the UK. The company delivers services to residential, retail and commercial property developers, estate owners and funders, manufacturers and industrial process operators, civil/structural engineers, local authorities and regulatory agencies relying on geotechnical engineering, ground contamination appraisal, remediation services, environmental due diligence, auditing and related services.

We are looking to recruit a Geologist / Geo-environmental Engineer to join our busy team, which includes geotechnical engineers, environmental scientists and geologists. This is a full-time role (45 hours) based in our Aberdeen office, with travel across Scotland to undertake site work. Applications from recent graduates will also be considered.

The role covers environmental due diligence reviews, ground engineering activities including preliminary risk assessments, ground investigations, geotechnical assessments, ground contamination appraisals, remedial options appraisals, remediation strategies and associated validation works. There will be opportunities to learn new skills and progress within the company, which is committed to professional development through in-house and external training leading to professional qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Good communication to liaise with other project staff and clients to deliver projects effectively.
• Supervise, manage and complete intrusive ground investigations using techniques such as sonic, rotary, cable percussion and window sampling boreholes, geophysics, trial pits and other methods.
• Soil and rock logging to current geotechnical standards, including laboratory scheduling.
• Collate geotechnical data using industry software and prepare reports for external clients within internal protocols.

Person Specification / Qualifications

• More experienced applicants must demonstrate a sound understanding of the UK site investigation industry and applicable standards.
• BSc degree level qualified in Geology, Earth Science, Geography, Civil Engineering, Environmental Geoscience or a related environmental subject is essential.
• A desire to contribute as a key member of the local and national team of engineers by delivering excellent work.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Desirable but not essential: additional abilities related to the role.

Benefits

• 31 days holiday
• Continuous training and development
• Death in service scheme
• Generous pension scheme
• Yearly bonus
• Balanced mix of office and site work
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Relaxed and supportive working environment

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality geotechnical and geo-environmental services to clients. You will be joining a busy, family-feel company that works primarily with residential, construction, renewable and commercial sites.

Grampian Geotechnical (Scotland) Ltd is committed to promoting equality in the workplace and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, beliefs or age.