Geotechnical Logging Engineer – Ground Investigation

VGC Group; Sizewell; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

VGC Group is seeking a Geotechnical Logging Engineer to support the Sizewell C ground investigation. You will log soil/rock samples on site, photograph specimens, and sub-sample for testing, ensuring traceability and accurate borehole records.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years' experience, hold a CSCS card, and can operate independently within a busy site environment, reporting any anomalies to management.

Qualifications

• Typically, three or more years’ relevant experience in geotechnical logging or ground investigation.
• Experience logging soil and rock samples to British Standards.
• Experience with sample photography, sub-sampling and accurate record keeping.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Valid CSCS card and relevant site safety training.
• Driving licence and access to transport recommended due to site.
• First Aid, Manual Handling and Asbestos Awareness training advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Undertake detailed logging of soil and rock samples in accordance with relevant British Standards and project requirements.
• Photograph samples and maintain clear, accurate photographic records.
• Collect, label and prepare sub-samples for the required testing.
• Ensure samples are correctly identified, handled and stored, maintaining traceability throughout the process.
• Produce and maintain accurate borehole logs, sample records and associated site documentation.
• Liaise with drilling teams, site supervisors and other engineers to coordinate logging and sampling activities.
• Report unexpected ground conditions, sample discrepancies or quality concerns to the site management team.
• Follow site health, safety, environmental and quality procedures.

Skills

Geotechnical logging

Site logging

Attention to detail

Tools

Sample photography

Sub-sampling

Job description

VGC Group is seeking a Geotechnical Logging Engineer to support the Sizewell C ground investigation. You will log soil/rock samples on site, photograph specimens, and sub-sample for testing, ensuring traceability and accurate borehole records.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years' experience, hold a CSCS card, and can operate independently within a busy site environment, reporting any anomalies to management.