Geotechnical Lead — Compliance & Field Safety Leader

Holcim Ltd; Swan Village; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Health & Safety focus

Family benefits (maternity/paternity)

Job summary

Holcim UK is seeking an Expert in Geotechnical Engineering & Compliance to lead the national Raw Materials geotechnical team. You will act as the technical authority for geotechnical and hydrogeological matters across all sites, ensuring safety, compliance, and informed development decisions.

You'll manage slope stability, groundwater handling, and consents while engaging with regulators and consultants. This is a nationwide leadership role with hands-on site influence.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of geotechnics and hydrogeology as applied to quarrying and construction.
• Expert knowledge of the Quarries Regulations 1999 and ACOP.
• Ability to manage slope stability, groundwater, and regulatory deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Serve as geotechnical competent person for Holcim UK sites.
• Lead on geotechnical and hydrogeological risk assessment and mitigation.
• Provide guidance to site teams to maintain safety and compliance across 30+ sites.

Skills

Geotechnical Engineering

Hydrogeology

Quarries Regulations 1999

ACOP understanding

Regulatory compliance

Tools

RocScience

Surpac

Vulcan

Leapfrog

Job description

Holcim UK is seeking an Expert in Geotechnical Engineering & Compliance to lead the national Raw Materials geotechnical team. You will act as the technical authority for geotechnical and hydrogeological matters across all sites, ensuring safety, compliance, and informed development decisions.

You'll manage slope stability, groundwater handling, and consents while engaging with regulators and consultants. This is a nationwide leadership role with hands-on site influence.