Ground Investigation Engineers

Central Alliance; South Yorkshire, Lancashire, Hounslow, Wakefield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van provided

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Private health care

Cycle to work

Volunteering days

Job summary

Central Alliance, a UK‑based ground engineering services business, is seeking a Ground Investigation Engineer to join the team across the UK. The role is largely site-based with frequent overnight stays and will support the Ground Investigation division under the guidance of a Line/Project manager.

The Wakefield head office serves as a base but field work from multiple locations is common. Key duties include supervising investigations, logging per BS5930:2020, managing contracts and health &

Qualifications

• BSc in Geology, Earth Sciences, Geology / Geography.
• Experience supervising ground investigation contracts.
• Experience with CDM regulations and health and safety documentation.
• Strong commitment to safety and improving ways of working.
• Experience in people management.
• Flexible and adaptable to change across locations in the UK.
• Full UK driving license and unrestricted work rights.

Responsibilities

• Supervision and management of ground investigations.
• Travel throughout the UK (80% away from home).
• Logging of soil and rock in accordance with BS5930:2020.
• Managing works, pricing, liaising with suppliers, and health & safety documentation.
• On-site safety, paperwork and subcontractor management.
• Factual reporting, data processing and data management.
• Assisting senior staff with project duties.

Skills

Supervise contracts

Safety awareness

Team leadership

Education

BSc in Geology / Earth Sciences / Geology / Geography

Job description

The Vacancy

Central Alliance, a member of the RSK Group, have a new opportunity for an experienced Ground Investigation Engineers to join their growing team on various new projects across the UK. Ideally we are looking for Engineers based in the Yorkshire, Lancashire and the South West, however all locations will be considered.

The Opportunity:

We have a unique opportunity for a Ground Investigation Engineer to join the Central Alliance team, ideally someone with over one year’s experience working in a similar field. Accountable to the Line / Project manager, this role provides support to the Ground Investigation division and is largely a site based, outdoors role and will involve frequent overnight stays away.

The head office is at our Wakefield Office, but can predominantly be worked from any location within the UK, as the role involves work in the field and travel, with overnight stays in local accommodation.

Accountabilities:

• Supervision and management of ground investigations
• Travel throughout the UK (with working away from home required : 80% of time), remainder of time working out of the Wakefield Office (20% of role)
• Logging of soil and rock in accordance with BS5930:2020
• Managing ground investigation works, including pricing of works, liaising with suppliers and preparation of health and safety documentation.
• Management of on-site safety, paperwork and subcontractors.
• Adherence to working instructions, as specified by internal and external clients.
• Factual reporting, data processing and data management
• Completion of Desk Based Studies.
• Assisting senior staff with project related duties.
• Overseeing department equipment - allocation, hire, servicing and repairs.
• Attend and pass internal and industry recognised external training courses, such as PTS, NRASWA, CCNSG, towing license, CAT, First Aid and manual handling training.
• Adherence to SHEQ policies and procedures.
• Maintenance of ground investigation engineering equipment.

About You:

People are at the heart of our business. We want you to collaborate with us, share your ideas and feel confident to challenge the status quo. To be considered, we would like to see you have:

• BSc in Geology, Earth Sciences, Geology / Geography
• Ability to supervise and manage ground investigation contracts.
• Experience in compliance with Construction, Design & Management regulations and production of Health & Safety documentation.
• Unwavering commitment to safety and improving ways of working.
• Experience of people management.
• Flexible in your approach to work, being able to manage and adapt to change.
• Self‑motivated, solutions focused, organised, with effective time management and a positive attitude.
• Ability to follow instructions, work to deadlines, work part of a multi‑disciplinary team and also work solo, using own initiative.
• Clear, open communication style with an ability to conduct business in a professional and polite manner at all times.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and at various locations throughout the UK, when required.
• Adaptable to variable working environments with a love of the outdoors.
• A manual, valid UK driving license.
• Unrestricted work rights in United Kingdom.

Culture and Benefits:

At Central Alliance, we consider learning as a shared responsibility and your personal development is important to us. Your new benefits will include:

• Salary Up to £35,000 depending on experience
• Overtime
• Contributory Private Pension Scheme
• Company van provided for site work.
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays and private health care
• Regular training and career development
• Private medical insurance, including dental and optical benefits.
• Discounted gym memberships
• Income protection and life cover
• Cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes
• Volunteering and numerous team away days
• Retirement and mortgage advice
• Active committees driving Diversity & Inclusion
• Access to our industry‑leading Wellbeing Hub

The RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer

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RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.

About Us

We are Central Alliance, a UK‑based ground engineering technical services business providing site investigation, surveying, instrumentation, monitoring and technology‑led solutions alongside innovative remedial techniques for slope stabilisation and dewatering. Our innovative support and solutions are provided to infrastructure organisations, asset owners, utility and energy companies, mining companies, government, consultants and construction projects both in the UK and worldwide.

The company’s ground investigation services include all aspects of drilling, in situ testing, monitoring, reporting and laboratory testing. We own and operate a full range of drilling rigs, encompassing multipurpose rotary, cable percussion, dynamic sampling and cone penetration testing rigs.

Some of Central Alliance’s clients include Network Rail, Aarsleff, National Highways, Rio Tinto, Associated British Ports, the Welsh Government, J. Murphy & Sons, AmcoGiffen, BAM and Morgan Sindall.

Central Alliance is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people‑first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace.Many of our office‑based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?