Site Engineer (Geo-Environmental)

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy allowing up to two days a week from home

Access to the Thrive programme and Virtual GP service

Gymflex scheme offering up to 40% off annual gym memberships

Comprehensive menopause support package

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Site Engineer (Geo-environmental) in Reading. This hands-on role involves supervising site investigations, monitoring groundwater, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate should possess a full UK driving licence, relevant technical knowledge, and strong communication skills. Benefits include hybrid working, gym membership discounts, and a commitment to equal opportunity. Join our team to contribute to large-scale ground investigations across the UK.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Experience with site investigations and safety regulations.
• Knowledge of Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Complete groundwater monitoring.
• Supervise site investigations and field work.
• Ensure work meets safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Self-motivation

Ability to work under pressure

Strong work ethic

Education

Relevant technical degree (chemistry, biology, geology, engineering, or environmental science)

Tools

GIS

Job description

Site Engineer (Geo-environmental)

We are seeking to grow our world‑class team to continue delivering technical excellence on large‑scale ground investigations. This role will require a large proportion of on‑site work and travel within the UK. The successful candidate will play a key role in day‑to‑day project delivery, working closely with project managers and senior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Completion of groundwater monitoring.
• Supervision of site investigations.
• Supervision of field work including soil logging, environmental sampling, chemical and geotechnical testing, groundwater sampling and ground‑gas monitoring.
• Data collation.
• Ensuring that all work is delivered in line with procedures and to the highest safety, health and environmental standards.

Experience & Knowledge

• Knowledge of the requirements for planning and supervision of site investigations.
• Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulations and their application to safe design and implementation of site investigations.
• Experience handling data, including the use of GIS (desirable).

We’re Looking For Someone Who

• Has a full UK driving licence (or equivalent) – this is essential to the role.
• Is comfortable working on‑site.
• Has the ability to use initiative and be self‑motivated.
• Asks questions to understand objectives and expectations, and learns independently.
• Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Has excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Stays calm and focused under pressure.
• Learns quickly and adapts to change.
• Delivers on commitments on time and with the right quality.
• Is self‑aware, understands own limitations.
• Manages time effectively.
• Has a strong work ethic.
• Can work within a defined budget and timescale.
• Builds rapport and relationships with peers.
• Builds trust and a sustainable support network.

Qualifications & Certifications

• Site safety qualifications such as first aid training and the Site Super‑visors Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) or equivalent.
• Relevant technical degree desirable but not essential (chemistry, biology, geology, engineering, or environmental science).
• Able to travel to sites across the UK as required.

Benefits

• Hybrid working policy allowing up to two days a week from home.
• WSP My Hour flexibility to take one hour each day for personal activities.
• Access to the Thrive programme, Virtual GP service and reasonable workplace adjustments.
• Gymflex scheme offering up to 40 % off annual gym memberships and a comprehensive menopause support package.

Equal‑Opportunity Statement

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria; please let us know if you require workplace adjustments in support of your application.