Geologist / Geo-Environmental Engineer / Geotechnical Engineer

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Permanent – Full Time

Location: Kingswinford

Description

Contract: Permanent

Location: Kingswinford, West Midlands

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

About Us

GIP Ltd is one of the longest established geological, geo-environmental and geotechnical engineering companies of its kind in the Midlands. Established in 1982, we have been delivering high-quality ground investigation, contamination surveys, and geotechnical expertise for over 40 years across Shropshire, Gloucestershire, Birmingham, Warwickshire, Herefordshire, Staffordshire and Worcestershire.

We provide a comprehensive range of ground investigation, contamination surveys and geotechnical services to a large and diverse client base spanning construction, infrastructure, and environmental sectors. In 2023, GIP became a member of the Celnor Group, a people-focused business that invests in the growth, development, and training of all its colleagues.

About The Role

We are seeking a Geologist / Geo-Environmental Engineer / Geotechnical Engineer to join our experienced team in the Midlands. We welcome applications from candidates with a broad range of experience levels, from intermediate professionals (2+ years) through to very experienced senior engineers, as we believe in investing time in people at the speed they need to develop.

Your role will include a mixture of site and office-based work as part of a team delivering the full ground investigation and consulting requirements of our clients. Our experienced geological team members will offer mentoring and tailor your training and development to achieve your personal goals, providing the specific support you need to reach your potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Examine and cross-check geological logging, field testing and field mapping records
• Plan detailed field investigations by drilling and analysing samples of deposits/bedrock
• Supervise site and ground investigations and visit new project sites
• Make recommendations on the proposed use of sites and provide technical information
• Advise on problems such as subsidence, coal mining and contamination
• Deliver quality geological logs/records and overall geological reports
• Provide technical guidance to junior geologists and reporting staff
• Promote Quality, Health, Safety and Environment (QHSE) to staff
• Manage staff, including other engineering geologists, consultants and contractors (senior level)
• Provide quotes to clients and attend professional conferences (senior level)

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor\’s degree or above in Geology, Earth Science, Geoscience or equivalent from a UK university
• Minimum 2+ years experience in ground investigation focusing on geological reporting and logging
• Self-motivated individual contributor and good team player with excellent communication skills
• Good project management skills
• Computer literacy including Microsoft Office and geotechnical software (e.g. Openground, HoleBase)
• Full UK driving licence (manual transmission)
• Passion for the subject and geology

For Senior Level

• Minimum 6+ years experience preferred
• Working towards or having already gained chartership
• Ability to train and support junior staff
• Experience managing small teams of engineers

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary dependent on experience and provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:

• 31 days holiday inclusive of all bank holidays and Christmas shutdown
• Regular reviews/appraisals with salary progression as you become more experienced
• Hybrid working arrangements balancing office, home and site work
• Company pension scheme
• Access to company vehicles for work use
• Laptop, mobile phone, GIP branded workwear and all PPE provided
• Professional fees covered (e.g. FGS)
• Internal and external training provision
• £1,000 bonus on attaining chartership

The majority of our geologists started as graduates at GIP – we have a proven history of developing our engineers and providing opportunities to move up the career ladder. We believe everyone learns differently and there\’s no limit to how far people can progress within our company.

GIP is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter explaining why you\’re the right fit for this role.