The Vacancy
RSK Geosciences are recruiting for a Graduate Geo-Environmental Engineer to join the team based in Crawley, UK. This is a full-time, permanent position, working in the office and on site.
The Geosciences team provides consultancy and design services to a range of external clients including engineers, house-builders, oil companies and local authorities. RSK prides itself on providing its staff with a rewarding and challenging career, encouraging Continuous Professional Development and allowing employees to reach their full potential.
Responsibilities:
Undertaking project investigations with both a geotechnical and an environmental content as directed by the Project Manager – seeing the Project through from commencement to completion.
All project work must be carried out with due diligence, adhering to the relevant Technical and Operational procedures and completed within the given cost budgets and time scales agreed.
Good communication is required to liaise directly with the Project Manager periodically, providing regular updates and flagging up any issues or necessary changes to the scope and budget.
It is expected that Graduate grade staff should be self-motivated, exhibit a proactive approach, and work well within a team environment
Become familiar with the preparation of project safety risk assessments, method statements and HASPs,
Gain the ability to interpret geological maps and access geological data via the BGS website and other published sources to inform conceptual models for geotechnical and/or contamination purposes
Become familiar with how to interpret historical maps and other sources of historical information and how this information is used to inform conceptual models
Gain an understanding of hydrogeological / hydrological maps / and understand how these are used to inform complex conceptual models
Attend training and develop field skills in water and gas sampling and monitoring techniques
Have a good understanding of waste management and regulatory framework
Attain a basic knowledge of the relevant guidelines and codes of practice for the investigation and assessment of contaminated land to at least the GQRA stage and an understanding throughout the LC:RM process
Understand how the conceptual model to design the investigation and sampling strategy
Have a basic understanding and practical use of generic assessment criteria for human health, groundwater and surface water for all media (soil, groundwater, surface water, ground gas and soil gas) and what to do when the screening criteria are exceeded
Have a basic understanding of soil mechanics, if appropriate
Develop an understanding of the purpose of basic geotechnical tests and learning to schedule them appropriately
Develop an understanding of different foundation options available for structures
Be aware of RSK Geosciences' sustainability/ ESG plans and targets, contribute to achieving them and engage with project teams and/or clients on integrating sustainability into projects as relevant to the role
Travel to other offices and sites within the UK (as needed).
Full Job Description Attached
Qualifications and Experience:
Hold a 2:1 or 1st class honours degree in geology, geophysics, surveying or geosciences.
Clear communicator, outgoing and a team player
Happy to be challenged by demanding site work, and the technical interpretation and reporting of site data
Looking to work for the UK's leading geoscience consultancy/contractor
Full UK Driving License required - Willing to travel and stay away from home
Would typically have membership of the Geological Society of London or the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) or exploring which professional body is right for them by liaising with the relevant Head of Profession (HoP). Graduates should be developing an understanding of the eligibility requirements for Chartered Geologist, Scientist or Environmentalist and seeking opportunities to record evidence of competencies.
Salary and Benefits:
Depending on experience
A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays and private health care
Access to mental health support
Professional financial advice
Full graduate training and mentoring programme
Regular training and career development
RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.
About Us
We are a market-leading site investigation, contaminated land and geotechnical consultancy with geophysics and survey teams and waste management consultants, operating from 20 UK locations. Our company also includes Leap Environmental, an award-winning site investigation, geotechnical design and geoenvironmental consultancy and Carbon Zero Consulting, which undertakes appraisals for ground source heat projects.
Throughout our 30 years of operations, we have enabled our clients to realise opportunities and manage the potential liabilities associated with acquiring, owning, operating and developing land. Our clients come from the public and private sectors, including many of the UK's leading property developers, major and local house builders, utility providers and main contractors, local authorities and other government organisations.
RSK Geosciences is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.
At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?