Engineering Geomorphologist

Overview

As an Engineering Geomorphologist in our Glasgow team, you apply geomorphic insights to complex ground-related challenges across major infrastructure projects. You will work in a multidisciplinary setting to assess landslides, erosion and natural hazards, informing design and resilience. You’ll experience a mix of fieldwork, GIS analysis and collaborative problem-solving that has real-world impact on communities and assets. This role offers growth toward chartership within a global geoscience team.

Pay / Benefits

• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements
• 24 days annual leave (+ option to buy up to 10 days)
• Enhanced pension contributions up to 10%
• Private medical cover
• Life assurance at four times salary
• Wellbeing support including Calm and Daily Burn

Responsibilities

• Undertake geomorphological surveys and site investigations
• Map landforms, terrain features and geohazards
• Support natural hazard and risk assessments
• Interpret topographic, LiDAR and remote sensing datasets
• Produce GIS-based analysis and mapping outputs
• Provide geomorphological input to engineering and environmental projects
• Collaborate with geotechnical, environmental and water specialists across multidisciplinary teams
• Contribute to development of innovative, sustainable solutions for clients

Key requirements

• Geology, Earth Sciences, Physical Geography, Engineering Geology or related discipline degree
• Strong GIS skills and experience with GIS software
• Experience in consultancy, research or academia
• Interest in geomorphology, geohazards and landscape processes
• Valid UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel and spend time away on project work
• Motivation to work toward professional chartership

• Collaborative mindset
• Curiosity and learning orientation
• Strong communication and knowledge-sharing
• GIS and GIS software proficiency
• LiDAR, remote sensing and terrain analysis
• Geomorphological mapping and GIS outputs

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