Site Engineer / Geologist

Fusion People Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A ground investigation contractor in Glasgow is looking for a Site Engineer / Geologist to manage small to medium-sized geotechnical projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Geology or Geotechnical Engineering, along with 6-12 months of experience in ground investigations and strong communication skills. This permanent, full-time position offers benefits such as a van and fuel card, annual leave, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Van and fuel card

Annual leave increasing from 24 to 29 days plus 8 bank holidays

Mobile phone and laptop supplied

Mentoring programme

6% pension contributions

Disruption allowance of £15/night

Subsistence allowance of £20/day

Qualifications

• Minimum 6–12 months experience conducting ground investigations.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to various sites.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage project teams on site.
• Ensure compliance with technical, commercial and HSEQ requirements.
• Log and analyse rock and soil samples from boreholes and trial pits.
• Carry out field testing and surveying.

Skills

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Proficient with MS Office

Education

Degree in Geology or Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Site Engineer / Geologist

Salary: £28,000 / year + van and fuel card.

Overview

A Site Engineer is required to join a Ground Investigation contractor on a permanent basis in Glasgow. You will supervise and manage teams on small to medium sized geotechnical ground investigation projects on site, ensuring compliance in technical, commercial, and HSEQ aspects. You will also record rock and soil samples (such as boreholes and trial pits) and conduct field testing and surveying.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage project teams on site.
• Ensure compliance with technical, commercial and HSEQ requirements.
• Log and analyse rock and soil samples from boreholes and trial pits.
• Carry out field testing and surveying.

Qualifications

• Degree level in a related field such as Geology or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Minimum 6–12 months experience conducting ground investigations.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Proficient with MS Office.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to various sites.

Benefits

• Van and fuel card.
• Annual leave from 24 days increasing each year to 29 days plus 8 bank holidays.
• Mobile phone and laptop supplied.
• Mentoring programme for personal and career development.
• 6% pension contributions.
• £15 / night disruption allowance when working away.
• £20 / day subsistence allowance when working away.

Equal Opportunity

Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability.

Job Information

• Job Title: Site Engineer / Geologist
• Company: Fusion People Ltd
• Location: Glasgow, Lanarkshire
• Posted: Jan 22 2026
• Closes: Feb 22 2026
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time