Site Investigation Engineer

Solution Search Limited - Trades and Labour; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of site investigations seeks a dedicated Site Investigation Engineer to perform crucial field operations in the Greater London area. Responsibilities include conducting excavation works, carrying out CCTV drainage surveys, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have experience in manual roles, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn. A competitive salary and benefits package along with opportunities for career progression will be provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career progression and training

Company vehicle and tools provided (if applicable)

Qualifications

• Experience working on-site in a manual, physical role is essential.
• All-round general building knowledge and skills are preferable.
• Methodical and tidy approach to work is important.

Responsibilities

• Conduct opening-up works and excavation of trial pits.
• Carry out CCTV drainage surveys.
• Document and report on-site data using digital capture systems.
• Liaise with clients to ensure work is completed effectively.

Skills

Manual/physical site work experience

Groundworks

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

CSCS card (or willingness to obtain)

Full and clean UK driving licence

Tools

Digital data capture systems

Job description

My client, a leading provider of site investigations, subsidence investigations, drainage surveys – full training provided, opening‑up works, and strip‑out works are looking for a dedicated Site Investigation Engineer. Their team is committed to delivering a high‑quality service to their clients.

Role Overview

The Site Operative will play a crucial role in field operations, attending client sites to conduct a range of site investigation tasks. They will be responsible for carrying out opening‑up works and excavating trial pits and recording site data using our innovative capture system. You will ensure all work is completed to the highest standard, in compliance with health and safety regulations, and in line with client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct opening‑up works and site investigation works including trial pit excavation.
• Carry out CCTV drainage surveys – full training provided.
• Collect, document, and report on‑site data using our digital capture system.
• Ensure all works are completed in accordance with health and safety regulations.
• Liaise with clients and project managers to ensure scopes of work are completed to the client's scope efficiently and effectively.
• Assist with reinstatement works following investigations.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles in good working order.

Requirements

• Experience working on site in a manual, physical role (essential).
• Previous experience in groundworks, site investigations, or a related field.
• All‑round general building knowledge and skills (preferable).
• Methodical and tidy approach to work.
• Intelligent / willingness to learn and develop.
• Full and clean UK driving licence.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately record data.
• Good communication skills and ability to work well in a team.
• A proactive and professional approach to work.
• CSCS card (or willingness to obtain one).

Desirable

• Confined Space Training certification.
• First Aid at Work qualification.
• Experience using digital site data capture systems.
• Experience in laboratory sample collection and handling.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career progression and training.
• Supportive and professional working environment.
• Company vehicle and tools provided (if applicable).