Geotechnical Engineer

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We are looking for experienced Geotechnical Engineers or Geo-Environmental Engineers with at least three years post‑graduate work experience. The successful candidate will live and work in the UK without sponsorship or visa/work permit conditions. A highly attractive basic salary plus extensive benefits package is on offer, including bonus, pension, healthcare and a fully expensed vehicle.

• Minimum 2:2 BSc (Hons) in Geology, Civil Engineering or related subject
• 3+ years previous practical ground investigation or relevant experience, post‑graduation
• Knowledge of ground investigation techniques and BS5930
• Experience with geotechnical data management software packages such as Open ground / Holebase / Gint / Pebble Geo etc
• IT competent in Microsoft packages, and the ability to work independently or with a team
• Ability to work effectively to deadlines and under pressure
• Good attention to detail and accuracy of work, effective planning and organisation skills
• A structured approach to problem solving, with excellent written and verbal communication
• Awareness of the relevant industry legal and safety regulations
• Experience with AutoCAD / Microsoft Visio [desirable]
• Experience with GPS/GNSS survey equipment [desirable]
• Experience driving larger vehicles such as 4x4s and vans [desirable]
• Eligible to work and live in the UK unassisted, flexibility to travel across the UK
• A full driving licence, that is valid in the UK, and a valid CSCS card

• Gather geotechnical and geoenvironmental data from a wide range of work environments
• Undertake geotechnical analytical work, to include planning, execution and reporting of Geo-Environmental and Geotechnical site investigations
• Managing geotechnical project data to drive contract deliverables
• Manage various field activities including assessment and analysis of geotechnical conditions and investigations
• Involvement in laboratory testing programmes for soil and rock samples
• Reviewing, analysing and interpreting geotechnical data
• Manage report writing and technical notes
• Undertake R&D projects including developing innovative engineering tools and solutions
• Implement operational quality control measures and quality assurance processes
• Take a proactive approach in the responsibility for Health and Safety
• Attend regular meetings with internal and external parties
• Manage soil and groundwater risk assessments, liaising with clients
• Working collaboratively with engineers and others to deliver quality work
• Reflect and promote the company’s values through your work and conduct

Our client is a market leading piling, foundations and geotechnical engineering contractor and consultancy. Their service offering includes restricted access and open sites and covers all disciplines and techniques for a wide variety of clients and project applications. They not only complete projects successfully and to the highest of standards at all times but also add value to their clients by giving them total support from the beginning to the end of each and every contract.