Overview
In this role you support the delivery of geotechnical and geo-environmental ground investigations across development and infrastructure clients. You will plan, supervise and log fieldwork, coordinate laboratories, monitor groundwater and gas, and produce concise reports. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to inform design, risk management, and regulatory compliance. The position offers hybrid working and tailored development within a collaborative, growth-focused environment.
Pay / Benefits
- Tailored training and development
- Hybrid working available
- Flexible pattern to suit project needs
- Cardiff-based with UK site work
- Occasional overnight stays and travel
Responsibilities
- Plan, supervise and coordinate geotechnical and geo-environmental ground investigations across multiple sectors
- Log soils, log boreholes and coordinate laboratory testing; ensure data quality
- Undertake groundwater and ground gas monitoring and produce factual/interpretative reports
- Prepare concise desk studies and interpretative reports; support project design and risk management
- Manage site logistics, procurement and on-site teams to meet programme and budget
- Ensure health, safety and regulatory/compliance requirements are followed
- Communicate findings clearly to engineers, clients and contractors; mentor junior staff
Key requirements
- Degree in geology, engineering geology or environmental science
- Practical ground investigation experience (scoping, logging, monitoring, reporting)
- Full driving licence
- Desirable: CAT/Genny, SSSTS/SMSTS, Water Hygiene, First Aid, CSCS card
- Clear communication
- Collaboration
- Mentoring/junior staff
- Ground investigation planning and supervision
- Soil logging
- Laboratory coordination and data quality management
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