Graduate Geotechnical Engineer: Field & Lab Training

Penguin Recruitment; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist ground-investigation firm in Scotland is seeking a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to assist with site investigation projects. Offering a competitive salary range of £25,000 to £29,000, the role involves combining fieldwork, lab activities, and office reporting. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and have excellent communication skills. This permanent position promises full training, mentoring, and opportunities for career progression while working on diverse projects across Scotland.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Full training and mentoring

Enhanced pension scheme

Hands-on exposure to drilling operations

Clear career progression

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Geology, Earth Science, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Science or a similar discipline.
• Possess a full UK driving licence.
• Live in or near to Aberdeen.
• Full right to work in the UK.
• Confident communicating with colleagues, drillers and clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and delivering intrusive ground investigations.
• Log soil, rock and samples to industry standards.
• Supervise on-site drilling operations and coordinate with drilling teams.
• Gather and organise field data and support the production of factual reports.
• Take part in monitoring, sampling and occasional post-site visits.

Skills

Communication

Data gathering and organisation

Education

Degree in Geology, Earth Science, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Science or similar

Job description

A specialist ground-investigation firm in Scotland is seeking a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to assist with site investigation projects. Offering a competitive salary range of £25,000 to £29,000, the role involves combining fieldwork, lab activities, and office reporting. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and have excellent communication skills. This permanent position promises full training, mentoring, and opportunities for career progression while working on diverse projects across Scotland.