Graduate geologist

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated individual to join their geo-environmental consultancy team in Manchester. This exciting role offers hands-on experience in the geo-environmental field, involving contaminated land risk assessments and geotechnical design. You will be part of dynamic projects across various sectors, where you can develop your skills in a supportive environment. With opportunities to manage projects from inception to completion, this position is perfect for someone eager to learn and grow in a collaborative setting. If you are enthusiastic and ready to make an impact, this role is an excellent fit for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geology or related field with practical experience.
• Full clean driving license and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Manage ground investigations and ensure health and safety standards.
• Prepare client reports and liaise with clients and subcontractors.

Skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Fieldwork techniques

Data management

Commercial appraisal

Education

First degree in Geology

Related subject with practical modules

Job description

Due to continued growth, my client is looking to grow their geo-environmental consultancy division.

In this role you will

• Become part of a close-knit and dynamic team focused on delivering excellent results for clients;
• Discover the fundamentals of the geo-environmental industry, including contaminated land risk assessment and geotechnical design;
• Be given the chance to learn and develop professionally in a practical, hands-on manner in both the office and our sites across the UK;
• Participate in a variety of challenging and innovative projects across residential, commercial and civil engineering industries, including having opportunities to manage projects through the entire life-cycle of a construction programme.

The ideal individual for this role will be:

• Confident working in a team and independently;
• Self-motivated and proactive, with demonstrable energy, drive and enthusiasm;
• Willing to develop their proficiency in fieldwork techniques, production and management of data and both factual and interpretative reporting;
• Able to apply a commercial appraisal to projects, ensuring that value for money is paramount in all work undertaken.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Co-ordination, supervision and management of ground investigations, including Phase 1 (desk-top) studies, Phase 2 (intrusive) investigations and subsequent monitoring and remediation works;
• Understanding geotechnical/geological and environmental aspects of site investigation;
• Ensuring the highest standards of health and safety are followed during all field work practices;
• Accurate and precise recording of fieldwork data, and clear, concise presentation of such data;
• Liaising with clients, subcontractors and staff in both office and field settings;
• Preparing client reports, including environmental risk assessments, remedial recommendations, foundation recommendations and coal mining risk assessments;
• Assisting senior staff with preparations of reports, drawings, models and fee proposals.

The minimum qualifications for this position are:

• First degree in Geology or related subject, ideally with practical modules encompassing field work;
• A full, clean driving licence;
• Based within an easily commutable distance to Manchester;
• Full right to work in the UK, both now and in the future without need for sponsorship.