Geotechnical Lead - Compliance & Ground Risk Expert

Holcim Ltd; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Health & Safety focus

Career progression opportunities

Remote GP service

Diversity programs

Job summary

Holcim UK is seeking an Expert in Geotechnical Engineering & Compliance to join our national Raw Materials team. You’ll be the go-to technical authority for geotechnical and hydrogeological matters across our quarries, ensuring safety, compliance and informed site planning.

You’ll use RocScience, Surpac, Vulcan or Leapfrog, manage slope stability and groundwater, and balance safety with production while coordinating with consultants, regulators and site teams nationwide.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of geotechnics and hydrogeology with knowledge of the Quarries Regulations 1999 and ACOP.
• Proficient in slope stability, groundwater management and meeting statutory deadlines.
• Comfortable using RocScience, Surpac, Vulcan or Leapfrog; capable of data-driven field decision making.
• Experience leading multiple sites, managing contractors and communicating with regulators.

Responsibilities

• Act as geotechnical competent person for site safety and compliance.
• Shape planning and development of sites with a focus on ground hazards.
• Provide knowledge and confidence to site teams for day-to-day ground risk management.
• Lead cross-site geotechnical activities and coordinate with consultants and regulators.
• Translate complex technical detail into practical guidance for field teams.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Hydrogeology

Regulatory compliance

Slope stability

Groundwater management

Drone surveying

Data interpretation

Leadership

Tools

RocScience

Surpac

Vulcan

Leapfrog

Drone surveying

Job description

Holcim UK is seeking an Expert in Geotechnical Engineering & Compliance to join our national Raw Materials team. You’ll be the go-to technical authority for geotechnical and hydrogeological matters across our quarries, ensuring safety, compliance and informed site planning.

You’ll use RocScience, Surpac, Vulcan or Leapfrog, manage slope stability and groundwater, and balance safety with production while coordinating with consultants, regulators and site teams nationwide.