Graduate Engineering Geologist

TN United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits recent geology graduates to join a dynamic team of ground investigation experts. This role offers specialized training and a chance to work on diverse projects in the South East. With over 30 years of experience and more than 10,000 investigations completed, the company provides a supportive environment for career growth. You will engage in hands-on tasks, from site investigations to report writing, while developing your geo-environmental and geotechnical skills. If you're eager to learn and work outdoors, this entry-level position is the perfect start to your career.

Benefits

Enhanced company pension

Specialist training

Flexible hours

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum BSc in geology, engineering geology, or geotechnical engineering.
• Enthusiasm for hands-on outdoor work.

Responsibilities

• Assist with site walkovers and investigations.
• Conduct soil and rock logging and monitoring.
• Prepare phase plans and reports.

Skills

Geo-environmental knowledge

Geotechnical skills

Site investigation

Soil and rock logging

Groundwater monitoring

Report writing

Education

BSc in Geology

MSc in Geology or related field

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This is a great opportunity for a recent geology, applied geology, engineering geology or geotechnical engineering graduate to join a team of ground investigation contractors and consultants on a range of exciting projects in the South East. The specialist team have carried out over 10,000 investigations over 30 years and will provide excellent training on engaging projects – providing the perfect entry level role kickstart your career.

The Graduate Engineering Geologist role offers:

• Enhanced company pension and exciting company benefits.
• Specialist training to kickstart your career amongst specialists.
• Extensive room for career progression and expansion.
• Flexible hours.

The Graduate Engineering Geologist selected will be:

• Assisting with site walkovers.
• Carrying out site investigations.
• Soil and rock logging.
• Groundwater and gas monitoring.
• Preparing phase plans and carrying out phase 1 Desk Studies.
• Training up to write factual and interpretive reports.
• Work on in situ testing.
• Observing day-to-day tasks to develop geo-environmental and geotechnical knowledge.

This Graduate Engineering Geologist position therefore requires applicants to have a minimum of a BSc in geology, engineering geology, geotechnical engineering or a relevant subject (MSc preferable), be keen to learn and develop geo-environmental/geotechnical skills and an ability show enthusiasm for working outdoors in a hands-on role. Candidates must hold a full UK driving licence, live commutable to Reading and have a full right to work in the UK.