Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer - Belfast

Tetra Tech; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Senior Geo-Environmental Consultant to join our Belfast team. You will lead contaminated land, ground investigation and hydrogeological projects across sectors, planning and supervising site investigations, interpreting data and delivering robust reports.

Based in Belfast, the role is approximately 50% site-based and 50% office-based with flexible hybrid working available. A degree in geology or related field is required, with postgrad qualifications desirable and

Qualifications

• Degree in geology, engineering geology, hydrogeology or environmental science.
• Postgraduate qualification (Master’s) desirable.
• Progress towards Chartership with CIWEM, IEMA, Geological Society or equivalent.
• Full driving licence required.
• Excellent IT, communication and interpersonal skills; self-motivation and sound technical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and oversee contaminated land, ground investigation and hydrogeological work.
• Plan, manage and supervise site investigations including groundwater and ground gas monitoring.
• Interpret technical data and author/review robust reports.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders and support business development.

Skills

IT skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in geology / engineering geology / hydrogeology / environmental science

Postgraduate qualification (Master’s) desirable

Job description

Ready to take the lead on technically challenging brownfield regeneration, ground investigation and hydrogeological projects? Join Tetra Tech and help deliver clear, science-led solutions to complex environmental challenges across the Island of Ireland.

Purpose & Scope of the Role

Tetra Tech is a global consulting and engineering business, using our Leading with Science® approach to support commercial and government clients across water, environment, sustainable infrastructure, renewable energy and international development. With 30,000 associates worldwide and approximately 1,000 across the Island of Ireland, we promote equality, diversity and an inclusive working environment. Following continued growth and new project frameworks, we are seeking a Senior Geo-Environmental Consultant to join our Belfast team.

Your Impact in this position

You’ll deliver and oversee contaminated land, ground investigation and hydrogeological work across a diverse range of sectors. You’ll plan, manage and supervise site investigations, interpret technical data, author and review robust reports, liaise confidently with clients and stakeholders, and support the continued growth of our profile and business development strategy.

5 Core Capabilities

• Ground Investigation & Site Management – Plan, manage and supervise ground investigations, including groundwater and ground gas monitoring, with relevant site accreditations such as SMSTS, SSSTS or CSCS advantageous.
• Contaminated Land Assessment – Apply current technical guidance and development planning requirements to produce Phase 1 desk studies, preliminary risk assessments and Phase 2 interpretative reports.
• Data Interpretation & Reporting – Undertake qualitative and quantitative risk assessments and communicate findings through clear, concise and technically robust reports.
• Technical & Regulatory Knowledge – Apply current standards and guidance for contaminated land investigation and remediation, supported by strong health, safety and environmental management awareness.
• Client, Team & Business Development – Build effective relationships with clients, stakeholders and colleagues, while contributing to business development and the team’s growing market profile.

Training, Qualifications & Experience

You’ll hold a degree in geology, engineering geology, hydrogeology or a relevant environmental science discipline. A postgraduate qualification, such as a Master’s, is desirable, as is progress towards Chartership with CIWEM, IEMA, the Geological Society or another relevant professional body. Postgraduate industry experience, excellent IT, communication and interpersonal skills, self-motivation, sound technical knowledge and a full, preferably clean, driving licence are required.

Working Environment

Based in Belfast, the role is expected to be approximately 50% site-based and 50% office-based, although this may vary according to workload. Flexible and hybrid working can be discussed where compatible with project and client requirements.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.

We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science® to solve our clients’ most complex problems.

In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to-day role.

Additional Information

• Organization: 787 TTI