Geotechnical Lead — National Ground & Compliance Expert

Holcim Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days holiday

Family benefits

Women Empowered mentoring

Remote GP service

Career progression

Staff discounts

Job summary

Holcim UK is seeking an Expert in Geotechnical Engineering & Compliance to join the national Raw Materials team. You will become the go-to technical authority for geotechnical and hydrogeological matters across Holcim UK, guiding site teams, regulators, and contractors.

You’ll be the designated geotechnical competent person, ensuring safety, compliance and informed decision-making across 30+ sites, with little desk time and strong field focus.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of geotechnics and hydrogeology.
• Strong knowledge of the Quarries Regulations 1999 and ACOP.
• Ability to spot risks early and translate technical data into practical guidance.

Responsibilities

• Act as geotechnical competent person across Holcim UK's quarries.
• Lead safety and compliance across multiple sites with field teams.
• Manage ground hazards, slope stability and groundwater planning.
• Collaborate with regulators and consultants while guiding on-site teams.

Skills

Geotechnical expertise

Hydrogeology knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Drone surveying

Education

Geotechnical engineering degree

Tools

RocScience

Surpac

Vulcan

Leapfrog

Job description

Holcim UK is seeking an Expert in Geotechnical Engineering & Compliance to join the national Raw Materials team. You will become the go-to technical authority for geotechnical and hydrogeological matters across Holcim UK, guiding site teams, regulators, and contractors.

You’ll be the designated geotechnical competent person, ensuring safety, compliance and informed decision-making across 30+ sites, with little desk time and strong field focus.