Job Description
Quarry Engineering Geologist Aberdeen£40,000 - £50,000
We are seeking an experienced quarrying specialist to join a successful engineering consultancy as a quarry engineering geologist in the Aberdeen team.As a quarry engineering geologist, you will play a key role in logging and geotechnical design, with aspects of staff mentoring and project managing on offer.
This gquarry engineering geologist position offers: Competitive salary £40,000 - £50,000 Full support and training Fantastic office location Generous pension Flexible benefits Progression opportunities
Key responsibilities for our quarry engineering geologist: Slope Stability & Design: Responsible for the design, monitoring, and stability analysis of quarry slopes, stockpiles, and overburden dumps. Site Inspections: Conduct regular, comprehensive site inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., MSHA/HSE). Data Analysis & Instrumentation: Manage geotechnical instrumentation (piezometers, inclinometers) and analyse data to proactively manage risk. Operational Support: Collaborate with operations and development teams to optimize pit design, maximizing resource recovery while ensuring safe operating parameters.* Reporting: Produce technical reports, stability assessments, and geotechnical site records for management and regulatory bodies.
What we are looking for: Previous geotechnical quarrying experience Excellent client facing skills Well versed in writing geotechnical technical reports BSc/Msc in Engineering Geology or closely related subject Full, clean driving licence Full right to work permanently in the UK