Investigation Engineer

RSK Group plc; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable solutions seeks an Investigation Engineer to join its Hemel Hempstead team. This full-time, permanent position involves managing investigation projects, liaising with clients, and preparing technical reports. Candidates must hold an engineering degree and possess strong communication and project management skills.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

Flexible benefits programme

Regular training and career development

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of testing methods and practices.
• Ability to design, plan, and manage projects.
• Physical fitness is necessary for site work and testing.

Responsibilities

• Assist in investigation enquiries and prepare proposals.
• Control project costs and ensure timely reports.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior staff.

Skills

Communication

Technical knowledge

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Engineering/surveying degree

Job description

Materials & Structures, part ofRSK Groupare looking for anInvestigation Engineerto join their team inHemel Hempstead. This is afull-time, permanentposition.

We provide specialist inspection, surveying and investigation services within the built environment. We also provide consultancy services to a range of clients in the public and private sectors. The department includes a UKAS-accredited laboratory, enabling us to provide in-house services for evaluating construction materials and to assist our clients with detailed assessment reports and guidance.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the central office process of receiving and expediting investigation enquiries, including carrying out site scoping visits with mentees wherever practical in order to teach others about scope clarification and developing Client relationships in-person.
• Undertake and assist other RSK staff, where appropriate, in the preparation of proposals and reports
• Organise or arrange investigation and testing programmes; undertake or supervise the work and ensure that tests are completed and reported in an efficient and timely manner.
• Liaise with clients in preparing inspection/testing programmes.
• Control project costs within agreed budgets, and ensure that all sales and cost budgets are established, reviewed and revised.
• Prepare written Technical Reports to an agreed standard format. Maintain an objective for technical excellence in all aspects of work.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to a dedicated team of engineers/technicians.

Required experience:

• Engineering/surveying degree or significant experience
• Awareness of health and safety issues
• Thorough understanding of defect investigation practices, appropriate materials testing methods and practices, interpretation of published information, codes of practice, current legislation, field and test data, and in the provision of professional advice both orally and in writing
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Sound mathematical, technical and practical skills
• Ability to think methodically, to design, plan and manage projects
• Ability to lead and instruct teams of people
• A full UK driving licence is required for this job

Candidates should be aware that there will be a requirement for working both on site and at the office. Training will be provided to qualify staff to undertake work within a railway environment, at height and within confined spaces. Manual handling and physical testing/inspection methods will be expected from time to time; therefore, candidates must be physically fit. Occasional staying away from home will be necessary in locations throughout the UK and possibly overseas.

Salary and benefits:

• Up to £42,000 commensurate with experience
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays and private health care
• Regular training and career development

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

The Company

RSK is a global leader in sustainable solutions focusing on environmental, engineering, and technical services. Working together, we address societal challenges aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, offering integrated solutions across sectors such as water, energy, food, infrastructure, cities, mining, and waste management.

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.

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.

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?