Due to an upcoming extended staff leave, Our client has a vacancy for an engineering geologist on a fixed term contract, that is almost guaranteed to turn into a permanent position

The successful candidate will be a graduate in a geology- or have an earth science-related degree, ideally with industrial experience, preferably in both geotechnics and contaminated land, though high performing graduates will be considered.

The position will be part site-based and part office-based. Site work will be varied, but will include walkover surveys for both geotechnical and contamination assessment purposes, and supervision of a wide range of ground investigation techniques. Office work will include desk studies, design and analysis of ground investigations, factual and interpretive report writing and general client, contractor and regulator liaison.

Comprehensive in-house and external training will be provided.

Key personal attributes of the successful applicant will include:

• enthusiasm for the earth sciences;
• a great communicator, both verbally and in writing;
• a strong team player;
• capable of using your own initiative;
• adaptable;
• able to think outside the box;
• thorough and quality-conscious;
• well organised;
• productive and efficient; and
• happy to work outside in all weathers.

In return, the successful candidate will receive an above-industry-average salary and other benefits, including a current 9-day working fortnight.