Geotechnical Site Engineer - Ground Investigation Lead (UK)

Energy Jobline ZR; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van for commuting to site

Fuel card for site travel

Phone and laptop provided

Pension 6% contribution afterProbation

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR in Glasgow seeks a Geotechnical Site Engineer to supervise and deliver ground investigation works on-site. You will manage investigations from start to finish, coordinating drilling crews and ensuring safe, on-time project delivery.

The role requires 2–3 years in GI, a driving licence, and willingness to travel for projects across the UK. Excellent benefits and long-term career progression are on offer.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years' experience with a ground investigation contractor.
• Experience supervising or delivering site investigation works.
• Good understanding of site investigation techniques incl. boreholes, trial pits, in-situ testing.
• Full UK manual driving licence; willing to travel and stay away when required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and deliver ground investigation projects across the UK.
• Organise and oversee site investigations to meet safety, time and spec targets.
• 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

Ground investigation

Health & safety on site

Client liaison

Willingness to travel

Education

Geology / Geotechnical degree

Job description

Energy Jobline ZR in Glasgow seeks a Geotechnical Site Engineer to supervise and deliver ground investigation works on-site. You will manage investigations from start to finish, coordinating drilling crews and ensuring safe, on-time project delivery.

The role requires 2–3 years in GI, a driving licence, and willingness to travel for projects across the UK. Excellent benefits and long-term career progression are on offer.