Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking a motivated Graduate Geotechnical Engineer in Derby. This entry-level position offers comprehensive training and opportunities to work on diverse projects. Responsibilities include overseeing ground investigations, borehole logging, and ensuring safety compliance. Applicants should have a relevant degree and a full UK driving licence. Competitive salary between £25,000 and £27,000 with a robust benefits package, including private medical insurance and pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Company vehicle

Expert training

Enhanced pension scheme

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in a geological or engineering discipline.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Commutable distance to Derby.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ground investigations and piling work.
• Conduct borehole logging and coring.
• Perform trial pitting and report writing.
• Monitor groundwater and gas levels.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety practices.
• Liaise with team members.

Skills

Geology

Environmental Science

Geotechnical Engineering

Communication

Education

Degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Geotechnical Engineering, Geoscience or Civil Engineering

Job description

Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Reference: BY159939

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.

The Graduate Geotechnical Engineer selected will be offered:

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

The Graduate Geotechnical Engineer will be:

• Overseeing ground investigations and piling work.
• Borehole logging and coring.
• Trial pitting.
• Report writing.
• Groundwater and gas monitoring.
• Complying with health and safety practices.
• Liaising with team members.

To be considered for this Graduate Geotechnical Engineer position you should therefore have a degree in a relevant subject, for example geology, geotechnical engineering, geoscience or civil engineering. You must also live commutable to Derby, hold a full UK driving licence (travelling to site will be essential) and have a full right to work in the UK. Prior experience in a site based role is preferable although not essential.

If you are interested in this or other roles Engineering/Remediation roles please do not hesitate to contact Beth Young on [e-mail] or call 01792 957381. We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to www.penguinrecruitment.co.uk. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.