Geotechnical Site Engineer

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Ringway; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van for commuting

Company fuel card

Mobile phone and laptop

Holiday Buy-Back Scheme

Long-term career progression

Job summary

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD is seeking a Geotechnical Site Engineer for a Manchester-based role focused on site-based delivery of ground investigation works. This position emphasizes hands-on supervision with no office writing duties, overseeing projects from start to finish.

You should have 2-3 years' experience in a geotechnical contractor setting, strong health and safety knowledge, and a drive to travel for site assignments across the UK.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years' experience within a ground investigation contractor.
• Experience supervising or delivering site investigation works.
• Understanding of boreholes, trial pits and in-situ testing.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety procedures on site.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and deliver ground investigation projects across the UK.
• Organise and oversee site investigation works to ensure safety and on-time completion.
• Liaise with drilling crews, subcontractors and project teams on site.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Manage site logistics, equipment and daily operations.
• Maintain effective communication between site teams and the office.
• Build and maintain positive client relationships on site.
• Support project delivery to achieve quality standards and programme requirements.

Skills

Site supervision

Health & safety on site

Client coordination

Willingness to travel

Education

Geology / Geotechnical related degree

Job description

Position

Geotechnical Site Engineer

Location

Manchester

Salary

£32,000 - £36,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits

About the role

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established geotechnical and geoenvironmental contractor for an experienced Site Engineer to join their growing team based in Manchester.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Site Engineer with a ground investigation contracting background looking to join a respected business offering long-term career progression, excellent benefits and a strong pipeline of projects.

This is a fully site-based role, focused on the delivery and supervision of ground investigation works. There are no office-based or report writing responsibilities, making it ideal for candidates who enjoy being out on site and managing investigations from start to finish.

Salary & Benefits

• £32,000 - £36,000 depending on experience.
• 24 days annual leave, increasing by one day per completed year of service (up to 29 days).
• 8 Bank Holidays.
• 6% contributory pension following successful probation.
• Company van for commuting to and from site.
• Company fuel card.
• Mobile phone and laptop.
• £15 per night disruption allowance when working away.
• £20 per day subsistence allowance when working away.
• Holiday Buy-Back Scheme.
• Long-term career progression within an established ground investigation contractor.

Job Overview

• Supervise and deliver a variety of ground investigation projects across the UK.
• Organise and oversee site investigation works, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time and to specification.
• Liaise with drilling crews, subcontractors and project teams on site.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Manage site logistics, equipment and daily operations.
• Maintain effective communication between site teams and the office.
• Build and maintain positive client relationships on site.
• Support project delivery to ensure quality standards and programme requirements are achieved.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 2-3 years' experience within a ground investigation contractor.
• Previous experience supervising or delivering site investigation works.
• Good understanding of site investigation techniques including boreholes, trial pits and in-situ testing.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety procedures on site.
• Full UK manual driving licence.
• Willingness to travel and work away from home when required.
• Earth Science, Geology, Engineering Geology or Geotechnical-related qualification desirable.