Senior Geotechnical Site Engineer - Field Investigations

Fusion People Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Van & fuel card

Annual leave 24-29 days + 8 bank hols

Phone & laptop provided

Mentoring programme

6% pension contributions

Night disruption allowance £15

Subsistence allowance £20/day

Job summary

Fusion People Ltd. seeks a Senior Site Engineer (Geologist / Ground Investigations) in Glasgow to lead field teams on geotechnical ground investigations.

You will log samples from boreholes and trenches, perform field tests, and undertake surveying while ensuring technical and HSEQ compliance. The ideal candidate has a Geology or Earth Sciences degree with 2–3 years of contractor experience, strong communication skills, and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree in Geology or Earth Sciences.
• Minimum 2–3 years site investigation contracting experience.
• Contractor background and hands-on field experience preferred.
• Good communication and organisational skills with full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage field teams on small to medium geotechnical ground investigation projects.
• Log rock and soil samples from boreholes and trial pits; perform field testing and surveying.
• Ensure compliance with technical, commercial and HSEQ requirements.
• Travel to various sites as required and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Site supervision

Field surveying

MS Office

Coordination

Communication

Education

Geology degree

Earth Sciences degree

Tools

MS Office

Ground investigation equipment

Job description

Fusion People Ltd. seeks a Senior Site Engineer (Geologist / Ground Investigations) in Glasgow to lead field teams on geotechnical ground investigations.

You will log samples from boreholes and trenches, perform field tests, and undertake surveying while ensuring technical and HSEQ compliance. The ideal candidate has a Geology or Earth Sciences degree with 2–3 years of contractor experience, strong communication skills, and a full UK driving licence.