Site Engineer - Site Investigation

Matchtech Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

Pension scheme

Laptop

Mobile phone

Holiday Buy-Back

Volunteer days

Training & progression

Job summary

Matchtech Group seeks a Site Engineer to support ground investigation and geotechnical projects across Glasgow and wider UK locations. This permanent, full-time, site-based role requires practical site investigation contracting experience and a strong understanding of geology.

You will supervise site activities, ensure equipment is maintained, and work to project specifications, health and safety standards, and environmental requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in site investigation contracting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support ground investigation and geotechnical site projects.

Skills

Site investigation

Geology knowledge

Geotechnical methods

Health & safety

Teamwork

Education

Geology or earth sciences degree

Job description

Our client is seeking a Site Engineer to support ground investigation and geotechnical projects across Glasgow and wider UK locations. This is a permanent, full-time, site-based role suited to someone with practical site investigation contracting experience and a strong understanding of geology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the delivery of ground investigation and geotechnical site projects
• Supervise and coordinate site-based investigation activities safely and efficiently
• Ensure equipment is available, maintained and used correctly on site
• Work in accordance with project specifications, health and safety procedures and environmental requirements
• Communicate effectively with site teams, senior engineers, directors, clients and subcontractors
• Maintain accurate site records and provide operational updates where required
• Assist with managing site activities to meet programme and quality requirements
• Promote high standards of workmanship, safety and professional conduct

Job Requirements:

• Experience in site investigation contracting is essential
• Understanding of geology, ground conditions and geotechnical investigation methods
• Practical experience working on ground investigation, geotechnical or geo-environmental sites
• Ability to work full-time in a site-based role without office-based or report-writing responsibilities
• Strong awareness of health, safety and environmental requirements within a site engineering environment
• Good organisational, communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider project team
• A relevant qualification in geology, earth sciences, environmental science or geotechnical engineering would be advantageous

Benefits:

• Annual leave entitlement that increases with completed service, up to 29 days
• Eight UK bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme following successful completion of probation
• Company mobile phone and laptop
• Company van for commuting to and from sites, including a fuel card
• Access to a Holiday Buy-Back Scheme
• Two volunteer days to support a registered charity of your choice
• Supportive opportunities for training, development and career progression