Geotechnical Site Engineer

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Health plan

Flexible working arrangements

Employee wellbeing support

Job summary

LSTC Group Ltd is seeking a Geotechnical Site Engineer to join our project team. The role spans desk study, site supervision, and report writing, with a clear path toward chartership.

You’ll supervise site investigations, log soils, and support foundation design, travelling across the UK and coordinating with clients while mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, Geotechnical Engineering or a related field.
• At least 2 years' experience in ground investigation.
• Ideally, membership (or progress towards chartership) with ICE or GSL.
• A valid UK driving licence.
• Solid understanding of British Standards and Eurocode Design principles.
• Strong IT skills (MS Office essential; GIS tools like ArcGIS/QGIS a plus; CAD or geotechnical/structural software experience is a bonus).
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills, high attention to detail, and strong numeracy.
• A proactive, flexible, self-motivated approach — thrives on variety and collaboration across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Taking projects on a journey from desk study and site reconnaissance to ground model development and final geotechnical reporting.
• Supervising and managing subcontractors on site across the UK, ensuring safety, on-time delivery and budget adherence.
• Logging and sampling soils to British Standards, and preparing/reviewing ground investigation reports.
• Supporting foundation design in line with UK and client standards.
• Liaising with clients to understand briefs, deliverables, and progress updates.
• Preparing budgets, schedules, fees and programmes, and submitting monthly progress reports.
• Reviewing method statements and risk assessments, championing health & safety and CDM compliance.
• Mentoring less experienced engineers and supporting career development.
• Traveling across the UK to project sites and attending offices as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Numeracy

Self-motivation

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

ArcGIS/QGIS

CAD software

Geotechnical software

Job description

LSTC Group Ltd is a powerhouse in delivering full turnkey solutions that shape the future of the electricity sector. As part of the SOCOTEC Group, we are a leading infrastructure testing and asset inspection specialist serving the UK's regulated energy sector.

From initial design to inspection of assets, our work makes a real difference to clients and communities, with sustainability at the core of everything we do. With contracts across multiple sectors in the UK's power transmission and distribution infrastructure, we use our expertise to solve diverse engineering challenges, enhancing reliability and efficiency across the network.

Our extensive in-house capabilities eliminate the need for multiple suppliers and simplify processes for our clients. We provide comprehensive services including:

• Geotechnical & Foundation Engineering
• Substation Design
• Asset Inspection
• Infrastructure Projects
• Surveying and Earthing Services

We support transmission owners, distribution network operators, independent connection providers, and project developers who collectively invest billions annually in maintaining and expanding the UK's energy infrastructure.

Job Description

At LSTC Group Ltd, we're looking for a driven and results-oriented Geotechnical Site Engineer to join our growing project team. If you're passionate about ground investigation, enjoy variety in your workday — from desk study to site supervision to report writing — and want to build your career towards chartership, this role is for you.

What you'll be doing

• Taking projects on a journey: from desk study and site reconnaissance, through ground model development, to site investigation and final geotechnical reporting.
• Supervising and managing subcontractors on site across the UK, ensuring work is delivered safely, on time and within budget — including occasional out-of-hours and weekend work.
• Logging and sampling soils to British Standards, and preparing/reviewing factual and interpretive ground investigation reports.
• Supporting foundation design in line with UK and client standards.
• Liaising directly with clients — understanding their briefs, agreeing deliverables, and keeping them updated on progress and quality.
• Preparing budgets, schedules, fees and programmes, and submitting monthly progress reports.
• Reviewing method statements and risk assessments, and championing health & safety and CDM compliance on every project.
• Mentoring and supporting less experienced engineers, sharing your knowledge and helping shape the next generation of geotechnical talent.
• Traveling across the UK to project sites and, where needed, working from our Tadcaster and other LSTC offices.

Qualifications

What we're looking for

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, Geotechnical Engineering or a related field.
• At least 2 years' experience in ground investigation.
• Ideally, membership (or progress towards chartership) with ICE or GSL.
• A valid UK driving licence.
• Solid understanding of British Standards and Eurocode Design principles.
• Strong IT skills (MS Office essential; working knowledge of GIS tools like ArcGIS/QGIS a plus; CAD or geotechnical/structural software experience is a bonus).
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills, high attention to detail, and strong numeracy.
• A proactive, flexible, self-motivated approach — someone who thrives on variety and enjoys collaborating across disciplines.

Additional Information

This is your opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects spanning conceptual design through to construction, gain hands-on site experience across the UK. Please note that this is a field based role but the Geotechnical team are based in Tadcaster and you will be expected to attend this office on a regular basis among some of our other offices across the UK.

LSTC Group Ltd offers a people-first culture built on trust, integrity, and collaboration, where inclusivity and sustainability are at the heart of everything they do. The company values its diverse workforce and empowers employees with the resources, respect, and recognition needed to thrive. LSTC is committed to employee wellbeing year-round, providing comprehensive health support through an Employee Assistance Programme, GP24 access, and a Private Health plan. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements, meaningful work that makes a real difference to communities, and opportunities to collaborate across multiple disciplines within extensive in-house capabilities. With technical excellence as a driving force and a culture that fosters innovation and professional growth, LSTC Group creates an environment where every individual can flourish and contribute to shaping the future of the UK's electricity sector.

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