Graduate Geo-environmental Consultant - Leicestershire
Are you a Graduate Geo-environmental Consultant looking to start your career with a supportive and growing consultancy in Leicestershire? This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate Geo-environmental Consultant with a geology or environmental background to gain hands-on experience across a wide range of site investigation and environmental projects while developing your technical skills and career.
My client is looking for a motivated Graduate Geo-environmental Consultant who is eager to learn, contribute to real projects, and build a long-term career in the geo-environmental sector.
A great opportunity to launch your career
If you are a recent graduate with a passion for geology, environmental science, and ground investigation, this role will give you the chance to work on diverse projects across the UK while learning from experienced professionals. As a Graduate Geo-environmental Consultant, you will gain practical field experience, develop reporting skills, and build a strong foundation within the industry.
About the company
My client is a well-established environmental and geotechnical consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality site investigation and geo-environmental services. They work across a variety of sectors including residential, commercial, and infrastructure developments.
Their team prides itself on mentoring early-career professionals and providing the support needed to help graduates grow into confident consultants.
The role and responsibilities
As a Graduate Geo-environmental Consultant, you will gain experience both on-site and, in the office, supporting a range of environmental and ground investigation projects.
You will be doing the following:
·Assisting with Phase 1 desk studies and environmental risk assessments
·Supporting and supervising site investigations and ground investigations
·Logging soil and rock samples during site works
·Coordinating laboratory testing of soil and groundwater samples
·Assisting with groundwater and gas monitoring programmes
·Supporting the preparation of factual and interpretive reports
·Working closely with senior consultants and project managers
·Ensuring health and safety procedures are followed during site works
Must have skills and experience
To be considered for this Graduate Geo-environmental Consultant role, you should have:
·A degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Geo-environmental Engineering, or a related discipline
·A strong interest in contaminated land, ground investigation, or environmental consultancy
·Good written and verbal communication skills
·A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
·The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
·A full UK driving licence (or working towards obtaining one)
Salary and benefits
·Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per year (dependent on experience)
·Company pension scheme
·Ongoing training and mentoring from experienced consultants
·Opportunity to gain professional development and industry experience
·Exposure to a wide range of projects and sectors
Additional information
You will be based in Leicestershire, with a mixture of office work and site-based work across various project locations. This role offers excellent long-term development for a Graduate Geo-environmental Consultant looking to progress within environmental and geotechnical consultancy.
My client encourages professional development and supports employees as they build their careers in the geo-environmental sector.