Geotechnical Site Engineer — Field Lead (Renewables)

Natural Power; Stirling, Glasgow; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Flexible working

Employee assistance programme

Personal insurance

Health plans

Discounts

Salary sacrifice options

Job summary

Natural Power is hiring a Geotechnical Site Engineer based in Stirling or Glasgow. The role focuses on site management of geotechnical sites and drilling activities, with reporting to the wider team. You will gather geotechnical information and support engineers and lead drillers on logistics and safety.

The position is permanent, 37.5 hours per week, requiring a relevant degree and at least 2 years of field experience, plus CITB/CDM competencies. A UK driving licence and First Aid are expected.

Qualifications

• Geotechnical field experience on-sites required.
• BSc in Earth Sciences or Civil Engineering with geotechnical content.
• CITB training or equivalent preferred.
• CDM 2015 knowledge expected.
• Good IT skills and use of tablets.
• Full UK driving licence.
• First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Site management and supervision of geotechnical sites and drilling activities with weekly progress reporting.
• Collect geotechnical information to support engineers and drillers.
• Participate in safety culture and team discussions.
• Conduct in-situ testing to assist geotechnical engineers.
• Plan and execute works effectively.
• Provide logistics and supervision for investigation campaigns.
• Interact with project teams and clients on site.
• Attend meetings on site or at yards/offices.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Skills

Geotechnical field experience

Microsoft Office (Outlook)

Full UK driving licence

First Aid certified

CDM 2015 knowledge

CITB certification

Education

Earth Sciences BSc (Hons)

Civil Engineering with geotechnical focus

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Natural Power is hiring a Geotechnical Site Engineer based in Stirling or Glasgow. The role focuses on site management of geotechnical sites and drilling activities, with reporting to the wider team. You will gather geotechnical information and support engineers and lead drillers on logistics and safety.

The position is permanent, 37.5 hours per week, requiring a relevant degree and at least 2 years of field experience, plus CITB/CDM competencies. A UK driving licence and First Aid are expected.