Junior Geotechnical Engineer

Penguin Recruitment; Newport; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ground engineering company based in Newport is seeking a Junior Geotechnical Engineer. The successful candidate will be involved in managing geology-based projects across Wales and the South West. Key requirements include ground investigation experience and a passion for geology. This permanent role offers a competitive salary of £28,000 - £35,000 along with excellent training and flexible benefits. Candidates should have a UK driving licence and be eager to learn and develop their skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous pension

Company vehicle

Site bonuses

Excellent overtime pay

Flexible benefits

Full training

Managing exciting projects

Qualifications

• Previous ground investigation experience is essential.
• Must hold a UK driving licence.
• A real passion for geology is required.
• Candidates should be a real team player.
• Willingness to learn new skills is a must.

Responsibilities

• Manage geotechnical projects in the field.
• Work collaboratively within a team.
• Participate in site work related to geology.

Skills

Ground investigation experience

Team player

Willingness to learn

Passion for geology

Job description

Position

Junior Geotechnical Engineer

Salary

£28,000 - £35,000

Location

Newport

Overview

We are looking for a junior geotechnical engineer to join a Newport based team at an award‑winning ground engineering company involved in a wide range of geology‑based projects in Wales / the South West. This position will include project management, with site work, and will offer career progression.

Requirements

1. Previous ground investigation experience.
2. Hold a UK driving licence.
3. Passion for geology.
4. Real team player.
5. Willingness to learn new skills and bring attributes to the team.

Package

• Competitive salary £28,000 - £35,000
• Generous pension
• Company vehicle
• Site bonuses
• Excellent overtime pay
• Flexible benefits
• Full training
• Managing exciting projects

Application

If you have geotechnical site experience and are looking for a company that will support your progression, you are based in Newport, with a full driving licence, please get in touch to apply for this junior geotechnical engineer now! If you are interested in this or other geo roles, please do not hesitate to contact Joel Bullen at Penguin Recruitment. We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.