Site Engineer / Geologist (Ground Investigations)

Fusion People Ltd; Ringway; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A national contractor for ground investigations is seeking a Site Engineer / Geologist to manage geotechnical projects. Responsibilities include supervising teams and conducting field testing. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Geology or Geotechnical Engineering and relevant experience. The role offers a salary starting from £32,000/year, a van, and various benefits including flexible leave and pension.

Benefits

Van and fuel card

Flexible leave

Annual leave

Pension

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in a related field such as Geology or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Relevant work experience conducting ground investigations.
• Full UK driving license required for travel.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage on-site teams for geotechnical projects.
• Log rock and soil samples and carry out field testing.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Proficient with MS Office

Education

Degree in Geology or Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Site Engineer / Geologist (Ground Investigations) – Permanent Role

Office location: Manchester. Covering sites in the North West of England.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage on-site teams on small to medium sized geotechnical ground investigation projects, ensuring technical, commercial, and HSEQ compliance.
• Log rock and soil samples (e.g., boreholes and trial pits) and carry out field testing and surveying, among other site requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in a related field (such as Geology or Geotechnical Engineering, etc.).
• Relevant work experience conducting ground investigations.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Proficient with MS Office.
• Full UK driving license; role requires travel to various sites.

Benefits & Additional Information

• Salary starting from £32,000/year plus van and fuel card.
• Permanent role with a large, national ground investigation contractor undergoing expansion.
• Benefits include van and fuel card, flexible leave, bereavement and sick leave, annual leave, mentoring programme, pension, and wellbeing initiatives.

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