Geotechnical Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; England; Hybrid; AUD 57,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous leave

Company pension

Hybrid working

Training & development

Travel expenses paid

Varied projects

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Norfolk is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join a growing multidisciplinary team. You will contribute to ground investigations, data collection and analysis, and deliver technical reports across residential, commercial and infrastructure sectors.

The role offers solid career development in a dynamic environment with hybrid working and opportunities to travel to project sites. A relevant degree and strong reporting skills are preferred, with a proactive approach to

Qualifications

• Degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, Geology, Civil Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience in geotechnical consultancy environment.
• Knowledge of current geotechnical standards, regulations and best practice.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertake and supervise ground investigations on development and infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate site activities and ensure investigations meet technical standards.
• Log soil and rock samples per industry guidance.
• Prepare factual and interpretative geotechnical reports.
• Assist with foundation assessments and slope stability evaluations.
• Support Phase I and Phase II site investigations as required.
• Manage subcontractors and site operations.
• Monitor project progress to meet timescales and budgets.
• Maintain accurate technical records and documentation.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and QA procedures.

Skills

Ground investigation techniques

Geotechnical assessment methodologies

Report writing

Technical communication

Organisational skills

Willingness to travel

Education

Geotechnical/Civil Engineering degree

Job description

Geotechnical Engineer

Location: Norfolk
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 (Dependent on Experience)

About the Role

A respected multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to join its growing Norfolk team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a wide range of ground investigation and geotechnical engineering projects across residential, commercial, infrastructure, and development sectors.

The successful candidate will play an important role in both fieldwork and office-based activities, supporting projects from site investigation and data collection through to technical analysis, reporting, and project delivery. The position offers excellent career development opportunities within a dynamic and technically driven environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Company pension scheme.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Professional training and career development support.
• Payment of travel expenses for site visits.
• Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake and supervise ground investigations on a variety of development and infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate site activities and ensure investigations are completed to the required technical standards.
• Log soil and rock samples in accordance with current industry guidance and standards.
• Prepare factual and interpretative geotechnical reports.
• Assist with foundation assessments, slope stability evaluations, and geotechnical risk assessments.
• Support Phase I and Phase II site investigations where required.
• Manage subcontractors, drilling contractors, and site operations.
• Monitor project progress to ensure delivery within agreed timescales and budgets.
• Maintain accurate technical records and project documentation.
• Liaise effectively with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality management procedures.

Requirements

• Previous experience working within a geotechnical, engineering geology, or geo-environmental consultancy environment.
• Good understanding of ground investigation techniques and geotechnical assessment methodologies.
• Degree qualified in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, Geology, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of current geotechnical standards, regulations, and industry best practice.
• Strong report writing and technical communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to project delivery.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites as required.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position