Geotechnical Lead, Ground Risk & Compliance Expert

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Enhanced family benefits

Job summary

Holcim UK is seeking an Expert Geotechnical Engineer & Compliance to lead geotechnical and hydrogeological safety and compliance across our national Raw Materials operations. You will be the go-to technical authority for ground hazards, slope stability, groundwater management and regulatory deadlines.

You will balance safety with production, guide site teams, and maintain robust Hazard Registers while collaborating with regulators and consultants.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of geotechnics and hydrogeology.
• Expert knowledge of the Quarries Regulations 1999 and ACOP.
• Experience across multiple sites and contractor management.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical authority for geotechnical and hydrogeological matters across Holcim UK.
• Keep sites safe and compliant, shaping planning and development for years ahead.
• Provide site teams with knowledge to manage ground hazards daily.
• Translate complex technical detail into practical guidance and proactive risk reduction.
• Collaborate with regulators, consultants, and field teams to maintain high safety standards.

Skills

Geotechnical leadership

Hydrogeology expertise

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Tools

RocScience

Surpac

Vulcan

Leapfrog

Drone surveying

Job description

Holcim UK is seeking an Expert Geotechnical Engineer & Compliance to lead geotechnical and hydrogeological safety and compliance across our national Raw Materials operations. You will be the go-to technical authority for ground hazards, slope stability, groundwater management and regulatory deadlines.

You will balance safety with production, guide site teams, and maintain robust Hazard Registers while collaborating with regulators and consultants.