Graduate Engineering Geologist

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Career development

Chartership support

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in Glasgow is hiring a Graduate Engineering Geologist to join an established team. The role offers hands-on experience across ground investigation, engineering geology and geotechnical projects, working with experienced engineers and geologists.

The ideal candidate is a recent Geology or Engineering Geology graduate with an interest in engineering geology and geotechnics, willing to undertake site-based work and hold a UK driving licence. Full training is provided.

Qualifications

• Recent Geology or Engineering Geology graduate
• Interest in engineering geology and geotechnics
• Willingness to undertake site-based work

Responsibilities

• Support and supervise ground investigations and site works
• Log soil and rock per standards
• Assist with geological mapping and site assessments
• Undertake site inspections and ground condition assessments
• Collect and interpret geological/geotechnical data
• Assist with ground investigation planning and specs
• Prepare factual/interpretative technical reports
• Support senior engineers with geotechnical assessments
• Review historical maps and site data
• Liaise with clients, contractors and stakeholders
• Work both in office and on site across projects

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Willingness to work independently

Willingness to work in a team

Full UK driving licence

Education

BSc or MSc in Geology, Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering or related subject

Job description

Graduate Engineering Geologist

Location: Glasgow
Salary: £27,000 - £30,000
Permanent Full-time

Are you a recent Geology or Engineering Geology graduate looking to start your career within a supportive and growing consultancy?

We are currently recruiting for a Graduate Engineering Geologist to join an established team in Glasgow. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate to gain hands‑on experience across ground investigation, engineering geology and geotechnical projects, working alongside experienced engineers and geologists.

The Role

As a Graduate Engineering Geologist, you will gain exposure to a varied range of projects across Scotland and the wider UK. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting and supervising ground investigations and site works
• Soil and rock logging in accordance with relevant standards
• Assisting with geological mapping and site assessments
• Undertaking site inspections and ground condition assessments
• Collecting and interpreting geological and geotechnical data
• Assisting with ground investigation planning and specification
• Preparing factual and interpretative technical reports
• Supporting experienced engineers and geologists with geotechnical assessments
• Reviewing historical maps, geological information and existing site data
• Liaising with clients, contractors and other project stakeholders
• Working both in the office and on site across a variety of projects

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• A BSc or MSc in Geology, Engineering Geology, Geotechnical Engineering or a related subject
• A genuine interest in developing a career within engineering geology and geotechnics
• An understanding of geological principles and ground conditions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A willingness to work both independently and as part of a wider team
• A practical, hands‑on approach and willingness to undertake site-based work
• A full UK driving licence, or be working towards obtaining one

Previous experience within ground investigation, site work, geological logging or consultancy would be advantageous, but graduates without commercial experience are encouraged to apply.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive graduate salary
• Full training and structured career development
• Exposure to a diverse range of engineering geology and geotechnical projects
• Support towards professional development and chartership
• A friendly and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities to develop both technical and site-based skills
• The chance to build a long-term career within a growing consultancy

If you're a recent Geology or Engineering Geology graduate looking to take the next step and build a career within the geotechnical industry, we'd love to hear from you.