Graduate Geologist

Calibre Search; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Calibre Search is recruiting a Graduate Geologist for a specialist Engineering Geology consultancy in Manchester. You will work on ground investigation and engineering geology projects across building and infrastructure sectors, gaining hands-on experience.

The role offers early responsibility within a supportive team, with opportunities to develop skills in geo-environmental and geotechnical disciplines, including Phase 1 desk studies, Phase 2 investigations, logging, and technical reporting.

Qualifications

• A degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, or related Geoscience.
• Interest in Engineering Geology, ground investigation, and contaminated land.
• Strong attention to detail and report-writing skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites.
• The right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ground investigation and engineering geology projects.
• Support and design Phase 1 Desk Studies.
• Assist with Phase 2 ground investigations design and supervision.
• Soil and rock logging to BS5930/Eurocode 7.
• On-site supervision of drilling, trial pits and in-situ testing.
• Contribute to technical reports and contaminated land risk assessments.

Skills

Geology

Engineering Geology

Ground investigation

Soil logging

Report writing

Site supervision

Client interaction

Education

Geology degree

Engineering Geology degree

Job description

Are you a Graduate Geologist with a strong interest in Engineering Geology, ground investigation, and contaminated land? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a specialist Engineering Geology consultancy in Manchester, working on technically challenging projects across the built environment and infrastructure sectors.

This role is ideal for someone who wants to develop within a highly technical, geology-led consultancy, gaining hands‑on experience in both geo‑environmental and geotechnical disciplines.

The Role

As a Graduate Geologist, you'll play a key role in delivering ground investigation and engineering geology projects, including:

• Supporting and producing Phase 1 Desk Studies
• Assisting with the design and supervision of Phase 2 Ground Investigations
• Soil and rock logging to current standards (BS5930 / Eurocode 7)
• On‑site supervision of drilling, trial pitting, and in‑situ testing
• Contributing to a range of technical reports including factual and interpretative reports, contaminated land risk assessments, and remediation strategies
• Supporting project delivery and client interaction

You’ll be given early responsibility and the chance to get stuck into complex projects, while working within a supportive and experienced team.

About You

To be considered for this Graduate Geologist (Engineering Geology) role, you should have:

• A degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, or a related Geoscience discipline
• A genuine interest in Engineering Geology, ground investigation, and contaminated land
• Strong attention to detail and report‑writing skills
• The ability to work both independently and within a team
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites
• The right to work in the UK

Previous site or consultancy experience (placements or internships) would be beneficial but is not essential.

What’s on Offer

• Join a specialist Engineering Geology consultancy with a strong technical reputation
• Work on a wide range of complex ground engineering projects
• Structured training and clear career progression
• A collaborative and hands‑on working environment

Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.