Geotechnical Lead - Sustainability & Compliance

Holcim; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & safety focus

Enhanced family benefits

Women Empowered mentoring program

Remote GP service

Career progression

Job summary

Holcim UK is seeking a Geotechnical Lead to act as the technical authority for geotechnical and hydrogeological matters across its quarries and sites nationwide. You will ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and proactive risk management, guiding site teams and external consultants.

The role requires deep expertise in soils/rock mechanics, groundwater management, and the ability to translate complex data into practical actions across 30+ sites. A strong leadership presence is essential.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of geotechnics and hydrogeology with experience in Quarries Regulations 1999 (ACOP).
• Experience with RocScience, Surpac, Vulcan or Leapfrog; capable of integrating drone surveys for ground assessment.
• Ability to manage 30+ sites, coordinate specialist contractors and balance safety with production.
• Ability to translate complex technical data into practical guidance and clear scopes of work.

Responsibilities

• Act as geotechnical competent person for Holcim UK quarries, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• Shape planning and development of sites with a focus on ground hazards and slope stability.
• Provide technical authority on geotechnical and hydrogeological matters across the network.
• Lead knowledge transfer to site teams and collaborate with consultants and regulators.

Skills

Geotechnics

Hydrogeology

Slope stability

Drone surveys

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

RocScience

Surpac

Vulcan

Leapfrog

Job description

Holcim UK is seeking a Geotechnical Lead to act as the technical authority for geotechnical and hydrogeological matters across its quarries and sites nationwide. You will ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and proactive risk management, guiding site teams and external consultants.

The role requires deep expertise in soils/rock mechanics, groundwater management, and the ability to translate complex data into practical actions across 30+ sites. A strong leadership presence is essential.