Geotechnical Engineer (Site Investigation)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Attleborough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Progression

Company Car

Stayaway Expense

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment in Attleborough seeks a Geotechnical Engineer with site investigation experience. The role involves geotechnical site and lab investigations, producing reports, and occasional site visits across the UK. The company offers a competitive salary of £28,000 - £38,000 and benefits including training, progression opportunities, and a company vehicle.

Candidates should have a relevant BSc Degree and experience in site investigations. This position emphasizes teamwork and a supportive environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in geotechnical site and lab investigations.
• Proficiency in preparing geotechnical logs and factual reports.
• Ability to conduct site visits nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Conduct geotechnical site and lab investigations.
• Prepare geotechnical investigation plans.
• Collaborate with the team for optimal project delivery.

Skills

Site investigation experience

Geotechnical report preparation

Team collaboration

BSc in Geology or similar

Education

BSc Degree in Geology or similar

Job description

Attleborough, Norfolk

£28,000 - £38,000 + Training + Progression + Days Based + Company Car + Days Based + Stayaway Expense + Lab and Site split

Are you a Geotechnical Engineer with site investigation experience looking to join an international geotechnical specialist offering a mix of lab and site work, site vehicle, industry training and long term progression?

This fast‑growing company delivers a comprehensive suite of site surveying, ground investigation, and laboratory testing services across the UK. Since its recent establishment, it has experienced consistent growth and is now seeking a motivated individual to join its tight‑knit, collaborative team.

This role will see you involved in all phases of project delivery, with a varied split between office, laboratory, and site‑based work. You will be responsible for preparing geotechnical investigation plans covering both fieldwork and laboratory testing as well as producing high‑quality geotechnical reports and carrying out occasional site visits. You will work within a close‑knit team where mentoring, training, and collaboration are at the core of the company’s culture.

This dynamic role would suit a Geotechnical Engineer or similar with experience in site investigations and a relevant BSc Degree looking to work with an expanding tight‑knit collaborative company.

The Role:

• Geotechnical site and lab investigation
• Support production of geotechnical logs and factual reports
• Occasional nationwide site visits (stayaways)
• Training on lab investigations

The Person:

• BSc Degree in Geology or similar
• Experienced in site investigations
• Commutable to Attleborough
• Willing to occasionally commute nationwide to field site investigations

Reference Number: BBBH24516

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