Site Engineer – Ground Investigation
Location: Manchester office (with UK-wide travel)
Experience: 12 - 18 months in ground investigation
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 + Benefits
About the Role
Join a growing geotechnical and environmental engineering consultancy specialising in ground investigations. You’ll deliver high-quality, data-driven solutions across renewables, infrastructure, utilities, and environmental sectors.
Responsibilities
* Conduct site works: rig supervision, window sampling, trial pitting, groundwater/soil sampling, environmental investigations
* Capture and manage field data, ensuring accuracy and quality control
* Enforce compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
* Collaborate with senior engineers, drill crews, and clients to ensure smooth integration between site and office
* Adapt to a varied project portfolio across Residential, Infrastructure, pipelines, cable routes, wind/solar farms, substations and nearshore work
Requirements
* Minimum 12 months’ hands-on site experience in ground investigation
* Qualified to BSc Geology, or related field
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel/stay away when required
* Technical skills: Logging, sample handling, factual reporting
* Excellent communication, organisational skills, and a collaborative mindset
* Familiarity with UK industry standards
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits, benchmarked within the industry
* Structured career progression via mentoring schemes and clear pathways to senior roles
* Comprehensive training
* Supportive team culture with peer mentoring
* Wellbeing initiatives and activities throughout the year
Salary Guide
For 12-18 months experience £28,000 - £30,000 + Benefits
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV or for more information about other vacancies please contact Yasmina on yasmina@terra-recruitment.com