Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Penguin Recruitment; Derby; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Derby is seeking a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer for an exciting entry-level position. This role offers industry-leading training and the opportunity to work on diverse projects. Applicants should have a relevant degree in geology, geotechnical engineering, geoscience, or civil engineering, and a valid UK driving licence is required. Benefits include a competitive salary, private medical insurance, and a company vehicle. No experience is necessary but prior site-based experience is preferred.

Benefits

Top salary (£25,000-£27,000) plus overtime pay

Private medical insurance

Company vehicle provided

Expert training provided

Enhanced company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant subject: geology, geotechnical engineering, geoscience, or civil engineering.
• Live commutable to Derby.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ground investigations and piling work.
• Borehole logging and coring.
• Trial pitting and report writing.
• Comply with health and safety practices.

Skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in geology, geotechnical engineering, geoscience or civil engineering

Job description

Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Reference: BY

Salary: £25,000 - £27,000

Location: Derby

No experience required - entry level position.

This is an exciting opportunity for a recent geology, environmental science, geotechnical engineering, geoscience or environmental engineering graduate seeking industry leading training in an interactive and hands on role. The ground investigation specialists based just outside of Derby are seeking an ambitious graduate to join the team on a range of projects. You'll be provided with industry leading training and excellent opportunities to apply your educational knowledge to.

Benefits

• Top salary (£25,000-£27,000) plus overtime pay
• Fantastic benefit scheme including private medical insurance
• Company vehicle provided
• Expert training provided where required
• Enhanced company pension scheme

Responsibilities

• Oversee ground investigations and piling work
• Borehole logging and coring
• Trial pitting
• Report writing
• Groundwater and gas monitoring
• Comply with health and safety practices
• Liaise with team members

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant subject: geology, geotechnical engineering, geoscience or civil engineering
• Live commutable to Derby
• Full UK driving licence (traveling to site essential)
• Full right to work in the UK
• Prior experience in a site-based role is preferable though not essential

To apply, please contact Beth Young or refer to our website. This position is listed by Penguin Recruitment as a recruitment agency role.