Project Geologist

SLR has a busy, well-established Land Quality team in its European Operations. Due to ongoing commercial success and a busy forward order book, it is looking to expand its Land Quality team in the UK with the appointment of a Project Engineering Geologist in our Nottingham office. The team undertakes a wide variety of geo-environmental assessments particularly across the built environment, industry, infrastructure and energy sectors. This position presents an outstanding opportunity to join a team of leading geoscience professionals (including geotechnical engineers, geologists and contaminated land specialists) within a truly multinational consultancy and offers significant potential for career development and enhancement based on performance.

The Land Quality team undertakes a wide range of site assessment/investigation and associated reporting for a diverse range of clients and the successful applicant will be required to undertake and manage project tasks, fieldwork and data manipulation and assist in preparing subsequent reports to provide advice to clients. If you are successful, you will provide assistance to the team in the following areas:

• Managing all aspects of geo-environmental fieldwork;
• Desk-based assessments;
• Organising site investigation/laboratory testing services in advance of field works;
• Developing health and safety plans to cover identified work tasks;
• Site Investigation management and supervision;
• Logging soil and rock;
• Arranging laboratory analysis of soil and rock samples;
• Data collation, manipulation and assessment;
• Reporting of investigations and assessments.

BSc Degree level qualification or equivalent in an applied geological science. Relevant postgraduate qualification and membership of a relevant institution (CGeol, EurGeol, PGeo or similar) would be advantageous. At least a year of relevant experience in the geo-environmental sector. Good IT skills (MS Office or equivalent), and relevant professional software knowledge (e.g. modelling & logging software; AutoCAD and GIS software). Good communication, report writing and data analysis skills. The ability to work as part of a team and follow strict Health & Safety protocols. Full driving licence. A desire to build a successful career in the geo-environmental sector.

SLR are global leaders in Sustainability Solutions, helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with 4000+ employees across 6 regions in over 125 countries. Our 'one team' culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 day's annual leave, with additional flexible bank holidays, we offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, with family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and home life.

Culture & Inclusion at SLR: We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional C&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all people regardless of their background can thrive.