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Randstad CPE; Inveraray; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking a Sub Agent / Ground Investigation Specialist with 25+ years of UK infrastructure experience to lead GI site operations on major projects. Late September start. You will supervise GI activities, drive contractor delivery, and ensure CDM 2015 compliance and health & safety standards on site.

The role requires a strong track record on UK mega-projects, logging and testing expertise, and formal Geology/Geotechnical engineering qualifications. UK Right to Work is required.

Qualifications

• UK infrastructure GI experience required on megaprojects.
• Certifications: SMSTS, First Aid at Work (3-Day), CAT & Genny, Highway Passport.
• Engineering degree in Geology/Geophysics/CGeotech.

Responsibilities

• Act as Site Agent / Client Representative, manage daily site logistics and GI teams.
• Enforce safe systems, verify RAMS, issue Permits to Dig and conduct inductions.
• Oversee rotary drilling, CPT rigs, logging and testing on site.
• Quality control: logging (BS5930), sampling, and reporting per client specs.
• Coordinate with Principal Contractors, Designers, clients and landowners.

Skills

Site leadership

GI supervision

CDM 2015

Stakeholder liaison

Soil/rock logging

Education

Engineering Geology / Geophysics / Civil-Geotechnical Eng.

Tools

CPT rigs

Job description

Assignment Duration

Contract (Late September Start)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced

Sub Agent / Ground Investigation Specialist with over 25 years of UK infrastructure experience to lead and coordinate multi-front site operations

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In this role, you will oversee complex Ground Investigation (GI) activities, manage on-site logistics, drive contractor and subcontractor delivery, and enforce strict CDM 2015 compliance and Health & Safety standards across major infrastructure projects

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Key Responsibilities

Site Operations & Management

Act as Site Agent / Client Representative, managing daily site logistics, subcontractor activities, and multi-front GI teams

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Safety & Compliance

Enforce safe systems of work, prepare and verify RAMS, issue Permits to Dig, deliver inductions/toolbox talks, and uphold CDM 2015 standards

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Technical Supervision

Oversee rotary drilling, cable percussion, CPT rigs, dynamic sampling, packer testing, and trial pitting

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QA/QC & Reporting

Ensure all logging (BS5930), sampling, testing, and factual reporting meet client specifications and technical assurance guidelines

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Stakeholder Liaison

Coordinate closely with Principal Contractors, Principal Designers, clients, and landowners to maintain project schedules and delivery targets

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Key Qualifications & Certifications

Certifications Required

• SMSTS
• First Aid at Work (3-Day)
• CAT & Genny
• Highway Passport

Education

Degree in Engineering Geology, Geophysics, or Civil/Geotechnical Engineering

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Experience

Proven track record in a Sub Agent, Site Agent, or Senior GI Lead role on UK mega-projects (e.g., HS2, Lower Thames Crossing, East West Rail, A66, Heathrow Expansion)

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Comprehensive expertise in soil/rock logging, rig management, and environmental/geotechnical site investigations

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Start Date

Late September

Right to Work

Full UK Right to Work required

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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