Geo-Environmental Consultant

Brownfield Solutions  has been providing specialist geo-environmental and geotechnical consultancy services since 2005, offering expert ground investigation, risk assessment, and remediation services for both brownfield and greenfield developments. We work across a range of sectors including property development, infrastructure, construction, and energy, helping clients understand ground conditions, manage contamination risks, and ensure regulatory compliance.  Our team of experienced consultants, including environmental scientists, geologists and engineers, specialises in assessing geotechnical and geo-environmental constraints, providing tailored solutions to unlock the full potential of each site.

As part of the Celnor Group, we maintain a supportive and friendly working environment where everyone can thrive, with a strong reputation for technical excellence, reliability, and problem-solving.
About the Role
We are seeking a  Geo-Environmental Consultant  to join our team in Northwich, with opportunities for rapid professional development and promotion for the right candidate. We're looking for someone with approximately 1-3+ years relevant experience who is a team player with drive, ambition and commitment to producing quality work. You'll work as part of an experienced team delivering geo-environmental and geotechnical consultancy services to a diverse range of clients, with a good balance of site and office working.

Key Responsibilities    Be familiar with relevant standards, guidance and legislative background to the geo-environmental and geotechnical industry
Supervise ground investigations involving various techniques, manage subcontractors, log and sample soil and rock to BS5930
Monitor gas and groundwater, undertake in-situ tests, and conduct validation visits
Schedule chemical and geotechnical laboratory testing and produce exploratory hole logs using Open Ground or similar
Produce calculations from templates and drawings (including in CAD)
Write Phase I desk study reports and Coal Mining Risk Assessments (CMRAs)
Prepare health and safety documentation and implement safety standards on site
Write interpretive reports including Phase II geo-environmental assessments, risk assessments, and geotechnical assessments
Input, screen, analyse and interpret site data, presenting clear logical arguments
Communicate effectively with colleagues, clients and suppliers
Prepare proposals for new work and check/approve subcontractor invoices
Comply with internal policies, procedures and ISO standards
Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise
Essential Requirements:
Approximately 1-3+ years relevant experience
Undergraduate degree (2:1 or above) in relevant subject (geology, environmental science, geotechnical engineering, civil engineering, physical geography etc.)
Full UK driving licence (manual transmission)
Good IT skills and competent with MS Office
Strong work ethic, able to work effectively alone or as part of a team
Good problem solving skills with ability to adapt and find practical solutions
Desirable:
Good working knowledge of AutoCAD and Open Ground
Knowledge of remediation strategies and techniques

Experience with verification of remediation works and preparation of verification reports
Familiarity with earthworks, materials/waste management, and MMPs under CL:

AIRE DoWCoP
Soil mechanics knowledge and foundation bearing capacity calculations
Experience liaising with regulators

Salary and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary of £30,000 - £34,000 dependant on experience and provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:
Optional 2FF working pattern, working slightly extended hours across the fortnight and you take every second Friday off. This gives you around 26 extra days away from work each year on top of standard annual leave allowance. You still receive your full salary, while gaining regular time back for family, hobbies, travel or simply switching off
Hybrid work approach, typically 3-4 days in the office or on site per week when on 2FF, but flexible)
22 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service and promotions)
Twice yearly salary reviews as you become more experienced
Company profit share…