Geotechnical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to oversee site investigations and manage groundworks in Burton upon Trent. This role offers structured training and career progression. Ideal candidates should have a MSc in Geotechnical Engineering and over 5 years of UK experience, with proficiency in software like Geo5 and AutoCAD. The company values professional growth and allows for mentoring of junior staff.

Qualifications

• 5+ years UK ground investigation experience.
• Knowledge of UK standards and regulations.
• Proficient in geotechnical software.

Responsibilities

• Manage investigations, oversee site and groundworks.
• Liaise with clients and prepare specifications.
• Mentor team members and manage documentation.

Skills

Geotechnical design/analysis

Soil/rock logging

Client liaison

Mentoring

Health & Safety documentation

Education

Degree in Earth Sciences (MSc Geotechnical)

Tools

Geo5

Holebase

AutoCAD

QGIS

Job description

Overview

Geotechnical Engineer — £40,000 - £50,000 + Training + Career Progression

Burton upon Trent, East Staffordshire

Are you a Geotechnical Engineer looking to join a company that genuinely values its people, offers direct progression into a Principal role, and supports your professional growth with structured chartership training and mentoring if desired?

This company provides development services and solutions to aid both large and small developers in sectors including commercial, retail and residential and many more. 80% of their work is repeat business due to the high standard of customer service and services provided.

In this role, you will undertake the design, supervision, and management of site investigations, particularly for slope stability, settlement appraisals, retaining structures and working platforms. This role includes site attendance and supervision where necessary to oversee ground investigation and earthworks. As a Senior Engineer, you will manage and mentor other team members.

This role would suit a Geotechnical Engineer or similar looking for technical growth and training to allow for career progression.

The Role

• Manage investigations - design, supervise, cost, and oversee site and groundworks.
• Provide solutions - liaise with clients, report findings, and prepare specifications.
• Lead team - mentor staff and manage Health & Safety documentation.

The Person

• Geotechnical Engineer
• Qualifications & experience - Degree in Earth Sciences (MSc Geotechnical), 5+ years UK ground investigation, soil/rock logging, and knowledge of UK standards/regulations.
• Technical skills - Proficient in geotechnical design/analysis (slope stability, settlement, retaining walls, earthworks), software (Geo5, Holebase, AutoCAD, QGIS), and coal mining investigations
• Commutable to Burton upon Trent

Reference: BBBH21294A

Keywords: Geotechnical Engineering, Slope Stability & Settlement, Retaining Walls & Earthwork, Burton upon Trent, East Staffordshire, Geo5, Holebase, AutoCAD, QGIS, Ground Investigation, Geology

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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