Graduate Engineering Geologist

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training and professional development

Practical project experience

Supportive team

Long-term career progression

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Edinburgh is seeking a Graduate Geologist to join an established ground investigation business. You will support site investigations, geological and geotechnical logging, sampling, data collection and reporting, working alongside experienced technical and site teams.

The role offers a competitive salary (£25,000–£28,000), training and professional development, practical experience across varied projects, and long‑term career progression with a supportive, collaborative

Qualifications

• Degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, Geoscience or a related subject.
• Genuine interest in ground investigation and geotechnical work.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Full right to work in the UK.
• Living in or near Edinburgh, close to the company’s office.

Responsibilities

• Support site investigations, geological and geotechnical logging, sampling, data collection and reporting, working with experienced technical and site teams.

Education

Geology degree

Job description

Graduate Geologist | Edinburgh

REF: BY263514

Salary: £25000 – £28000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Graduate Geologist to join an established and growing ground investigation business based in Edinburgh.

Our client is an independent specialist providing geotechnical and geoenvironmental investigation services across the UK. With a strong reputation for quality, safety and professional development, the business offers an excellent environment for a Graduate Geologist to start and develop their career.

The role will provide hands‑on experience across a range of ground investigation projects. As a Graduate Geologist, you will support site investigations, geological and geotechnical logging, sampling, data collection and reporting, working alongside experienced technical and site teams.

What’s offered:

• Competative salary (£25,000 – £28,000)
• Training and professional development
• Practical experience across varied projects
• Support from an experienced team
• Exposure to geotechnical and geoenvironmental work
• Long‑term career progression

Requirements:

• Degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, Geoscience or a related subject
• Genuine interest in ground investigation and geotechnical work
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Full right to work in the UK
• Living in or near Edinburgh, close to the company’s office