Graduate Geo Environmental Consultant

Cura-Terrae; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career development

Mentoring

Pension

Annual leave

Volunteer days

Social events

Job summary

Cura Terrae Group is seeking a Graduate Geo-Environmental Consultant in Glasgow. Join a growing Land & Nature division with exposure to diverse geo-environmental projects across Scotland. You will work as part of a motivated team, delivering investigations, fieldwork, and reporting while developing technical skills and career progression.

The role offers hybrid working in Glasgow, a permanent contract, and a supportive culture within Cura Terrae’s expanding group.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in geo-science or closely related field.
• Understanding of Scottish/UK legislation and guidelines.
• Excellent organisation and communication (verbal and written).
• Full UK driver’s licence.
• Willingness to travel and work outdoors in varied conditions.
• Previous industry experience is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist delivery of contaminated land investigations (Desk Studies, Tier 2 intrusive investigations).
• Conduct fieldwork: site walkovers, intrusive investigations, supervision, monitoring.
• Assist in marine sediment sampling under Marine & Coastal division.
• Manage and process field and lab data.
• Prepare factual and interpretative reports.
• Prepare drawings in GIS and liaise with clients, labs and subcontractors.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Driving licence (UK)

Willingness to travel

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in geo-science

Tools

GIS

Job description

Salary:£25,000 – £27,000 + Benefits

Location:Hybrid – Glasgow

Type:Permanent

With the recent integration ofEnviroCentreintoCura Terrae, ourLand & Naturebusiness builds on more than 30 years of ecological and environmental consultancyexpertise. Together, we offer the reassurance of established technical excellence alongside the wider resources and multidisciplinary capabilities of the Cura Terrae group.

Cura Terrae Land and Nature have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Geo-Environmental Consultant with a desire to apply their skills and knowledge to delivering a diverse portfolio of geo-environmental projects across our client base. This role will require the skills and work ethic to complement our experienced, highly motivated technical team delivering projects that aim to exceed the expectations of our clients. You will be based in our Glasgow office but will also work closely with our teams in other offices, primarily across Scotland.

This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic and expanding team delivering on key regional and national projects with the opportunity to further develop a range of skills and build a successful career within the environmental consultancy sector.

The Role:

• Assist with the delivery of contaminated land investigation projects including Geo environmental Tier 1 Desk Studies and Tier 2 Intrusive Site Investigations
• Undertake various elements of field work, including site walkovers, intrusive site investigations, site supervision and routine environmental monitoring (e.g. surface water, groundwater and ground gas)
• Assist in the delivery of marine sediment sampling projects, under our Marine & Coastal division
• Management and processing of field and laboratory data
• Preparation of factual and interpretative reports
• Preparation of drawings in GIS
• Liaison with clients, sub-contractors, laboratories and colleagues

WhatWe’reLooking For:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in relevant geo-science (e.g. environmental geoscience, environmental chemistry, environmental science, geology, physical geography, civil engineering).
• Understanding of relevant Scottish/ UK legislation and guidelines.
• Excellent organisation, verbal and written communication skills.
• Great attention to detail and organisational skills.
• FullUK driver’s licence.
• An effective communicator, who is self-motivated with a good work ethic and a team-focused mindset.
• Someone who is willing to travel and to work in the outdoors at all times of the year, often in challenging conditions.
• Previous industry experience is advantageous but not essential, as full training will be provided.

WhatYou’llGet:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Company pension.
• Hybrid working.
• Career development,mentoringand progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative culture.
• Access to a wide range of projects across multiple sectors.
• Opportunity towork on meaningful, nature-positive projects.
• Employee discounts, socialevents,and volunteer days.

Cura Terrae is a Great Place to Work certifiedorganisation.We value teamwork, professionalism, and inclusivity, andwe’recommitted to supporting our people’s development, health, and wellbeing.

We actively support the development of our people and provide opportunities to grow across a diverse range of environmental disciplines.