Posted: 13h ago
The role
Graduate Geotechnical Engineer
Location: CanterburySalary: £26,000-£30,000
Are you a recent graduate looking to launch your career in geotechnical engineering? An exciting opportunity has become available to join a respected multidisciplinary consultancy working on a wide range of ground investigation, geotechnical, and infrastructure projects across the South East and wider UK.
You will join a supportive and experienced team, gaining valuable hands-on experience across residential, commercial, and infrastructure developments while developing strong technical and professional skills within a collaborative environment.
What's on Offer:
- Competitive salary package
- Structured graduate training and mentoring
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Pension scheme
- Flexible working opportunities
- Exposure to a broad range of technically challenging projects
- Friendly and collaborative working environment
- Clear opportunities for long-term career progression
Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting with geotechnical site investigations and ground assessments
- Supporting intrusive ground investigations and site supervision
- Soil and rock logging, sampling, and groundwater monitoring
- Assisting with foundation assessments and earthworks evaluations
- Coordinating geotechnical laboratory testing
- Interpreting ground investigation data and preparing technical reports
- Supporting slope stability and retaining wall assessments
- Assisting senior engineers with project delivery and design work
- Maintaining health & safety standards during site activities
- Liaising with clients, contractors, and internal project teams
What We're Looking For:
- A degree in Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related subject
- A strong interest in geotechnical engineering and ground investigation
- Understanding of ground investigation techniques and geotechnical principles
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proactive, organised, and enthusiastic approach to work
- Willingness to travel for site work across the UK
- Full UK driving licence
- Right to work in the UK
This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to establish a long-term career within a supportive consultancy that values technical development, practical problem-solving, and professional growth.
If you are ready to take the next step in your geotechnical engineering career, we would love to hear from you - apply today.
