Placement Student - Geotechnical Engineering (12 Months)

Amey Group Services LTD; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering consultancy in Manchester is seeking a candidate currently studying Civil Engineering or Geology to join their geotechnical team. Responsibilities include planning ground investigations, conducting inspections on infrastructure, and collaborating with colleagues on multidisciplinary projects. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills and a proactive approach. Flexible working options available.

Benefits

24 days leave plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Flexible work arrangements

Discounted gym membership

Community involvement days

Affinity networks for diverse communities

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise ground investigations for geotechnical interventions.
• Carry out geotechnical asset inspections on major infrastructure.
• Prepare specifications, drawings, and reports.
• Propose engineering solutions and perform analysis.
• Collaborate on multidisciplinary schemes within the team.

Skills

Clear communication

Strong teamwork

Adaptability

Proactive approach

Education

Currently studying a degree in Civil Engineering, Geology or a related subject

Job description

You will work alongside the team and contribute to the following -

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise ground investigations to inform geotechnical interventions
• Carry out geotechnical asset inspections on major infrastructure in Rail and Highways sectors
• Prepare specifications, drawings and reports
• Propose solutions to engineering problems and perform calculations and analysis to determine their suitability
• Deliver multidisciplinary schemes in collaboration with colleagues from across the Amey Consulting Business

Candidate Profile & Requirements

Amey Consulting are looking for individuals who demonstrate clear communication, strong teamwork, and a genuine eagerness to learn. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, proactive in their approach, and show professionalism and integrity in everything they do.

• Currently studying a degree in Civil Engineering, Geology or a related subject
• A Full UK driving License

About the Company

Amey Consulting operates in the engineering consultancy sector working primarily on providing high quality consultancy services in rail, highways, power, asset management, environmental, sustainability and geotechnical. Long relationships with clients such as National Highways and Network Rail are a testament to the fact that we’re not just consultants but partners in your journey towards a more efficient, resilient, and sustainable future.

About the Team

Amey's Geotechnical practice sits within the Highways business and works cross-sector with the Rail and Environment businesses. We carry out geotechnical work on all stages of a project life cycle, from inception to construction and handover of new geotechnical and structural assets. These assets include new bridges, embankments, cuttings and retaining structures. We are also heavily involved in asset management for our major clients across highways and rail sectors, including asset inspections, implementation of monitoring plans and design of remedial solutions where failures occur.

Benefits

• Holidays – 24 days leave plus bank holidays and the opportunity to buy more
• Pension – Generous pension scheme, with additional contributions from Amey
• Flexible working – Work‑life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns open for discussion.
• Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
• Exclusive Discounts – Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Give Back to community – You’ll get 2 Community Involvement Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiatives.
• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey