Geotechnical Field Engineer – Ground Investigation

VGC; Leiston; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

VGC is recruiting Geotechnical Engineers for the Sizewell C ground investigation project in Suffolk. The role involves managing field activities, coordinating drilling and sampling, and ensuring adherence to safety procedures on-site.

Typically four engineers will join, with a start in early October, 8:00am–5:00pm/6:00pm hours, and potential for future phases beyond an initial 16 weeks.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of geotechnical or ground investigation experience.
• Experience with rotary and cable percussion drilling rigs.
• Experience in GPS setting-out and borehole testing.
• CSCS safety training, SSSTS/SMSTS for rig supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day ground investigation activities with rotary and cable percussion rigs.
• Coordinate drilling operations, borehole testing and ground sample collection.
• Undertake GPS setting-out and surveying.
• Carry out or oversee borehole testing; liaise with drilling crews and site team.
• Maintain safe working practices and comply with site procedures.

Skills

Geotechnical experience

Rig supervision

GPS surveying

Rotary & cable percussion

Education

CSCS

SSSTS/SMSTS

Tools

GPS setting-out

Ground investigation rigs

Job description

VGC is recruiting Geotechnical Engineers for the Sizewell C ground investigation project in Suffolk. The role involves managing field activities, coordinating drilling and sampling, and ensuring adherence to safety procedures on-site.

Typically four engineers will join, with a start in early October, 8:00am–5:00pm/6:00pm hours, and potential for future phases beyond an initial 16 weeks.