RSK Geosciences are recruiting for a Geo-Environmental Engineer to join the team based in Edinburgh. This is a full-time, permanent position.
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:
* Managing fieldwork activities including supervising drilling and excavation works, and undertaking gas and groundwater monitoring, low-flow groundwater sampling and surface water sampling.
* Undertaking Preliminary Risk Assessments (Phase 1 Desk Studies) and intrusive site investigations for environmental and/or geotechnical purposes in line with national standards and codes of practice
* Supporting the project manager in planning new projects including liaising with subcontractors and suppliers and preparing health, safety, environment and quality (SHEQ) documentation
* Scheduling soil, rock and water samples for chemical and geotechnical laboratory testing
* Writing factual and interpretative reports
* Supporting tender managers in preparing fee proposals.
Qualification and Experience:
* BSc degree level qualified in Geology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or a related subject essential.
* Up to 3 years previous relevant work experience
* Willing to spend a significant amount of their working day out on site and away from home
* Rock core logging capabilities is advantageous but not essential
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including report writing
* Ability to multi-task, plan and prioritise workload
* Able to work independently and as part of a team
* Skilled with Microsoft Office applications in particular Word and Excel.
* Proactive approach to professional development with current (or aspiring) membership of a relevant professional body
* Full UK driving licence essential.
Salary and Benefits:
* Commensurate with Experience
* Contributory Pension Scheme
* Free life assurance cover
* A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, and private health care
RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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