Geotechnical Engineer
Location: Wolverhampton
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Geotechnical Engineer to join a specialised geotechnical company in Wolverhampton. The successful candidate will support the delivery of a diverse range of ground investigation and geotechnical projects across residential, commercial, infrastructure, and development sectors.
This role offers a balance of site-based and office-based responsibilities, providing involvement throughout the project lifecycle, from planning and supervising site investigations through to data interpretation, reporting, and client support.
Benefits
- Competitive salary package.
- Generous annual leave allowance.
- Company pension scheme.
- Flexible and hybrid working options.
- Travel expenses covered for site-based work.
- Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake and supervise ground investigation works on a variety of sites.
- Oversee site activities, ensuring investigations are completed safely and to the required technical standards.
- Log soil and rock samples in accordance with current industry guidance and standards.
- Coordinate drilling contractors, subcontractors, and site personnel.
- Interpret ground investigation data and prepare factual and interpretative reports.
- Assist in the assessment of geotechnical risks and provide foundation and earthworks recommendations.
- Support Phase I and Phase II site investigations where required.
- Monitor project programmes, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful project completion.
- Maintain accurate site records, logs, and technical documentation.
- Liaise with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders throughout project delivery.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality procedures.
Requirements
- Previous experience within a ground investigation, geotechnical, or geoenvironmental consultancy environment.
- Good understanding of ground investigation techniques, site supervision, and geotechnical assessment principles.
- Degree qualified in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, Geology, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Knowledge of current geotechnical standards, guidance, and relevant environmental regulations.
- Strong report-writing, communication, and organisational skills.
- Commercial awareness and the ability to manage multiple project priorities.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites as required.
This is a permanent role.
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