Site Technician (Geo-Environmental)

WSP Global Inc.; United Kingdom; Híbrido; GBP 32 000 - 46 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Training and development

Hybrid working policy

Flexible benefits

Gymflex / wellbeing

Career progression

Resumo da oferta

WSP is growing its Ground & Water team in the UK, delivering ground gas and groundwater monitoring, soil logging and environmental sampling on regional and national projects. You will work closely with project teams across various sites, travel across the UK, and develop through comprehensive training programmes.

The role emphasizes hands-on field work, strong attention to detail, robust health and safety practices, and opportunities for professional growth within a global engineering firm.

Qualificações

• Site safety qualifications are desirable.
• Relevant technical degree is desirable but not essential (chemistry, biology, geology, engineering, environmental science).
• Able to travel to sites across the UK.

Responsabilidades

• Completion of ground gas and groundwater monitoring and sampling.
• Assisting with ground investigations including soil logging, environmental sampling, and chemical and geotechnical testing.
• Communicating and liaising effectively with clients, subcontractors and assisting the project team.
• Adherence (with training) to best technical, engineering and health and safety practice.

Conhecimentos

Ground gas monitoring

Groundwater monitoring

Soil logging

Environmental sampling

Communication

Time management

Initiative

Teamwork

Driving licence

Formação académica

Degree in chemistry / biology / geology / engineering / environmental science

Ferramentas

SMSTS

CSCS

HSG47 CAT & Genny

First Aid

Descrição da oferta de emprego

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

To find out more about our Ground & Water team part of the Earth and Environment business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Ground risk and remediation | WSP

A little about your role…

We are seeking to grow our world class team to ensure we continue to deliver the high calibre of service and technical excellence both we and our clients expect. We are involved in many key projects of regional and national significance, which we deliver alongside our core UK and global framework projects.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the day-to-day delivery of projects, working closely with and being supported by team members, project managers and project directors.

The role will be predominately site based. Locations of site works are dependent on active projects and will involve travel to and working on sites across the whole of the UK.

The Key Responsibilities

• Completion of ground gas and groundwater monitoring and sampling.
• Assisting with ground investigations including soil logging, environmental sampling, and chemical and geotechnical testing.
• Communicating and liaising effectively with clients, subcontractors and assisting the project team.
• Adherence (with training) to best technical, engineering and health and safety practice.
  

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a full UK driving licence (or equivalent) – this is essential to the role
• Is comfortable working outside, potentially in all weather
• Has the ability to use your initiative and be self-motivated
• Has the willingness to learn and develop and the confidence to ask questions to understand objectives and expectations
• Demonstrates attention to detail
• Has excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Has the ability to remain calm and focused under pressure
• Has self-awareness and understands own limitations

Is able to effectively manage time

Having flexibility working within a team setting is also essential.

Training

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of both internal and external training to develop your skills and competency in both health and safety and technical disciplines. The exact training will be dependent on specific project requirements but may include

• Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)
• Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS)
• HSG47 CAT & Genny
• First Aid

Full training will be provided however experience of the following are desirable for the role

• Working in the field and on development / construction sites.
• Ground gas and groundwater monitoring and sampling.
• Knowledge of Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulations.

Qualifications

• Site safety qualifications (e.g. first aid training) is desirable.
• Relevant technical degree is desirable but not essential e.g. chemistry, biology, geology, engineering, or environmental science
• Able to travel to sites across the UK as required
  

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team

Your Team

The post will be within our Ground & Water team which is a service line in WSP's Earth & Environment business.

Our team of over 180 professionals at all grades provides land contamination management services to private and public sector clients in the property, government agency, industrial, defence and nuclear sectors. We have expertise across all aspects of contaminated land meaning we have the means to support and develop career development. We have several exciting projects in the pipeline including supporting with the energy transition, infrastructure and nuclear decommissioning.

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

To find out more about our Ground & Water team part of the Earth and Environment business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Ground risk and remediation | WSP

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can.Apply today.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 98034
• Posting Date 10/26/2026, 02:48 PM

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

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 any workplace adjustments in support of your application.