Senior Engineering Geologist

RSK Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Engineering Geologist to join their Glasgow team. This full-time, permanent role offers an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects within a leading site investigation company. You will supervise ground investigation crews, manage projects, and contribute to the production of technical reports. The company values inclusivity and offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for career development. If you are passionate about geotechnical engineering and eager to make a difference, this role is for you.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits programme

Regular training and career development

Access to mental health support

Professional financial advice

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in ground investigation and supervision of investigation crews.
• Degree in Geology or related field is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise ground investigation crews and conduct trial pitting.
• Monitor groundwater and gas, and produce Phase 1 Desk Studies.

Skills

Project Management

Ground Investigation Supervision

Soil and Rock Logging

Groundwater Monitoring

Education

Geology/Earth Sciences Degree

Master's in Engineering Geology or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

CSCS Card

First Aid Training

SSSTS

Job description

The Vacancy

Ian Farmer Associates are looking for a Senior Engineering Geologist to join their team in Glasgow. This is a full time, permanent position.

Ian Farmer Associates, a member of RSK Group Ltd, is a geotechnical and geo-environmental site investigation company with offices covering the majority of the United Kingdom. It is further supported by a fully accredited UKAS laboratory and together with the Geosciences division of RSK, the company makes RSK Group one of the UK's largest site investigation service providers.

Due to continued growth and some exciting new projects, Ian Farmer Associates are growing and need an experienced Senior Engineering Geologist to help with an exciting and varied new project workload in a growing office. Details of the position are below;

Responsibilities include:

1. Supervision of ground investigation crews, including cable percussion, rotary, and window sampling crews
2. Trial pitting
3. Logging of soil and rock to BS5930 / Eurocode 7
4. Groundwater and gas monitoring
5. Production of Phase 1 Desk Studies
6. Assistance in the preparation of Factual and Interpretive Reports
7. Good Project Management skills

Qualifications and Experience:

1. Experience within the industry
2. A geology / earth sciences degree, or a master's degree in engineering geology or geotechnical engineering
3. A full UK driving license
4. Willing to travel and work away from home
5. Be within a reasonable travelling distance of your office base, or be prepared to re-locate
6. CSCS Card & First Aid Training
7. SSSTS

Salary and benefits:

1. Commensurate on Experience
2. Contributory pension scheme
3. A flexible benefits programme, including the option to buy additional holidays, childcare vouchers and private health care
4. Regular training and career development
5. Access to mental health support
6. Professional financial advice
7. Discounted gym memberships

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

About Us

We are one of the leading ground investigation businesses in the UK. With offices throughout the UK, we can provide our geotechnical and environmental investigation techniques and services to clients throughout the country. These services are offered from each regional location, fully supported by an experienced team of civil engineers and geologists.

Ian Farmer Associates is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors.

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.

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?

An RSK Company