Geotechnical Assistant: Field Investigations & Testing

SOCOTEC UK Limited; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading geotechnical firm in Doncaster is seeking an Assistant Geologist to support ground investigation projects across the UK. The successful applicant will have a degree in a relevant field and a driving licence. Responsibilities include preparing Health & Safety documentation, logging soil and rock, and in-situ testing. This role offers competitive salary and benefits, with opportunities for career development and personal support.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus the opportunity to buy more

Electric car scheme

Employee recognition schemes

Family-friendly support

Employee assistance programmes

Enhanced company pension

Qualifications

• Confident and knowledgeable of ground investigation techniques.
• Carry out work in accordance with company health and safety rules.
• Have a minimum level of fitness required to undertake all site-based tasks.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare Health & Safety documentation.
• Assist with planning and supervising Ground Investigation projects.
• Logging Soil and Rock in accordance with specifications.
• Keeping accurate field records.
• Perform in-situ testing and sampling.

Skills

Ground investigation techniques

Health and safety compliance

Field record keeping

In-situ testing

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in relevant field

Job description

A leading geotechnical firm in Doncaster is seeking an Assistant Geologist to support ground investigation projects across the UK. The successful applicant will have a degree in a relevant field and a driving licence. Responsibilities include preparing Health & Safety documentation, logging soil and rock, and in-situ testing. This role offers competitive salary and benefits, with opportunities for career development and personal support.