At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting site investigations and manage diverse geotechnical projects across the UK.
- Company: Join a top ground investigation contractor with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company vehicle, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Perfect for recent graduates or those looking to advance their career.
- Why this job: Get hands-on experience and contribute to major infrastructure projects.
- Qualifications: Degree in Geology or related field; driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
A leading ground investigation contractor is looking for a Geologist / Geotechnical Engineer to join their growing team in Essex. This is a fantastic opportunity to get involved in a wide variety of geotechnical and geo-environmental projects across the South East and wider UK.
Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced engineer, this role offers hands-on fieldwork, strong technical development, and exposure to major infrastructure schemes.
What you’ll be doing:
- Delivering site investigations from start to finish, including:
- Supervising ground investigation works across multiple sites
- Managing:
- Trial pitting
- Cable percussion drilling
- Rotary drilling
- Window sampling
- Soil and rock logging to BS 5930 standards
- Producing clear, accurate factual ground investigation reports
- Working closely with site teams and engineers to deliver projects safely and efficiently
What’s on offer:
- Salary £30,000 – £40,000 (depending on experience)
- Company vehicle for site use
- Full-time, permanent position
- Varied workload across geotechnical and geo-environmental projects
- Opportunity to work on major UK infrastructure schemes
- Strong support from an experienced technical team
What we’re looking for:
- Degree in Geology, Engineering Geology or Geotechnical Engineering
- Full UK driving licence
- Willingness to travel and work away from home when required
- Experience in ground investigation supervision (or strong desire to develop into this)
- Familiarity with site investigation techniques such as drilling, trial pitting, or window sampling
Desirable (but not essential):
- Experience in ground investigation reporting and logging
- Ground gas and groundwater monitoring experience
- Health & Safety certifications (CSCS, SSSTS, First Aid, etc.)
- Exposure to infrastructure projects (rail, road, utilities, construction)
Engineering Geologist in Chelmsford employer: JP Engineering
Join a leading ground investigation contractor in Essex, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering impactful geotechnical and geo-environmental projects across the South East. With a strong emphasis on employee development, you will benefit from hands-on fieldwork, mentorship from experienced professionals, and opportunities to work on major infrastructure schemes, all while enjoying a supportive work culture that values safety and collaboration.
