Graduate Logging Engineer

IGNE; Daventry; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

Company pension

Life insurance (3x salary)

Sick pay

Health cash plan

Medical cashback

Annual leave buy & sell scheme

Ongoing training & development

Cycle to Work

Green Vehicle scheme

Home/Tech schemes

High street discounts

Long service awards

Job summary

Igne Group Limited in Daventry is seeking a motivated Graduate to join our Specialist Drilling team as a Graduate Logging Engineer. This is a field‑based role supporting borehole geophysics data on UK projects, with hands‑on experience in wireline logging, data acquisition and site investigations.

You will gain technical knowledge while working outdoors, travelling to sites and developing practical skills in geotechnical and drilling industries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Masters’ degree in a related subject (Geotechnical Engineering, Geology and Environmental Science or related discipline).
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with good time management and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Operate wireline logging equipment safely from our logging vehicle.
• Monitor real-time data acquisition for accuracy and quality.
• Carry out equipment checks, calibrations and basic troubleshooting on site.
• Maintain accurate field logs, job reports and data records.
• Collaborate with geotechnical engineers, drillers and site supervisors to meet project objectives.
• Follow HSE procedures and IGNE policies.
• Assist with equipment maintenance, cleaning, mobilisation and demobilisation.
• Travel to remote sites and work flexible/extended hours as required.
• Support senior management with additional tasks.

Skills

Clear written and verbal communication

Time management

Attention to detail

IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Willingness to travel & extended hours

Full UK Driving Licence

Education

Bachelor or Masters’ degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Geology or related

Tools

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Igne is seeking a motivated Graduate to join our Specialist Drilling team based in Daventry. This is an exciting opportunity to begin your career as a Graduate Logging Engineer in a specialist technical role, supporting the delivery of borehole geophysics data on a wide range of projects across the UK. Working alongside an experienced team, you will gain hands‑on experience in wireline logging operations, geophysical data acquisition and site investigations. Developing the technical knowledge and practical skills needed to build a successful career within the geotechnical and drilling industry. This is a primarily field‑based role suited to someone who enjoys working outdoors and travelling. Full training will be given. If you're ready to be part of an innovative, fast‑paced environment where your contributions truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of wireline logging equipment safely and efficiently from our specialist logging vehicle.
• Monitor real‑time data acquisition to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Carry out equipment checks, calibrations and basic troubleshooting on site.
• Maintain accurate field logs, job reports, and data records.
• Collaborate with geotechnical engineers, drillers, and site supervisors to meet project objectives.
• Follow all company HSE procedures, site safety plans, and IGNE policies.
• Assist with equipment maintenance, cleaning, mobilisation, and demobilisation.
• Travel to remote sites and work flexible or extended hours as required.
• Support senior management with additional tasks when needed.

Person Specification

• Bachelor or Masters’ degree in a related subject (Geotechnical Engineering, Geology and Environmental Science or related discipline)
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• High attention to detail in a live data environment
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather and site conditions
• Willingness to travel and work irregular or extended hours
• Full UK Driving License

Salary and Benefits

• Salary c£30,000 per annum
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• Company pension, life insurance (3x salary) & sick pay
• Health cash plan & medical cashback
• Annual leave buy & sell scheme
• Ongoing training & development
• Cycle to Work, Green Vehicle & Home/Tech schemes
• High street discounts & long service awards

We are Igne Group Limited, a synergetic amalgamation of six companies, renowned within our respective fields, with over 350 years of combined experience—a one-stop shop for pre‑and post‑construction services. Igne’s six service categories are ground investigation, testing, unexploded ordnance (UXO), specialist drilling, geothermal, and geo‑environmental.

We are a Disability Confident Employer, and signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant. We recruit talented individuals who care about making a positive difference. We want colleagues to bring their whole selves to work, so equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are core to our culture and integral to our success.

Please note: Igne is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.