National Geotechnical Lead & Ground Safety Expert

Holcim Ltd; Usk; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Health & safety focus

Family benefits

Women Empowered mentorship program

Remote GP service

Career progression opportunities

Affinity groups

Staff discounts

Job summary

Holcim UK is seeking a Geotechnical Lead to act as the technical authority on geotechnical and hydrogeological matters across its national quarry portfolio. You will ensure safety, compliance and informed decision-making for site development, slope stability and groundwater management.

Join a national team that values practical, data-driven guidance and strong collaboration with site teams, regulators and external consultants to maintain safe, compliant operations and future-ready projects.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of geotechnics and hydrogeology, with familiarity with the Quarries Regulations 1999 and ACOP.
• Experience leading geotechnical/compliance across multiple sites and coordinating specialist contractors.
• Ability to translate complex technical data into practical guidance for site teams and regulators.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement with consultants and regulators.

Responsibilities

• Act as geotechnical competent person for Holcim UK's quarries.
• Lead site safety and compliance related to ground hazards.
• Shape planning and development for years ahead across national sites.
• Provide training and knowledge transfer to on-site teams.
• Collaborate with regulators and external consultants to ensure compliance.

Skills

Geotechnical expertise

Hydrogeology knowledge

Regulatory know-how

Slope stability

Groundwater management

Data interpretation

Drone surveying

Tools

RocScience

Surpac

Vulcan

Leapfrog

Drone operations

Job description

Holcim UK is seeking a Geotechnical Lead to act as the technical authority on geotechnical and hydrogeological matters across its national quarry portfolio. You will ensure safety, compliance and informed decision-making for site development, slope stability and groundwater management.

Join a national team that values practical, data-driven guidance and strong collaboration with site teams, regulators and external consultants to maintain safe, compliant operations and future-ready projects.