GEOLOGIST / ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST
Are you interested in geotechnical ground investigation for construction? This could be your opportunity to excel as a Geologist / Engineering Geologist and play a vital role in our business success.
As our company grows, we are expanding our teams. We have a great opportunity for a dedicated Geologist / Engineering Geologist to join our Infrastructure Division and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.
We are looking for reliable, flexible, and driven Geologists / Engineering Geologists to join our Geotechnical Team. You will work on a variety of projects nationwide. It is essential to be proactive and independent while being a strong team player. Good management skills and industry experience are vital for success in this role.
The tasks you will undertake include (but are not limited to):
* Preparing Health & Safety documentation for site works and managing safety of operatives
* Logging soil and rock samples according to specifications and BS5930
* Acting as a Site Agent or supporting role, supervising activities and staff on short and long-term projects
* Managing and collating site data using company software
* Writing factual reports
To succeed, you should demonstrate:
* Confidence and knowledge in ground investigation techniques
* Good physical fitness for site-based tasks on various sites
* Ability to improve processes and skills continuously
* Computer literacy, especially in MS Office for reporting and communication
About Geotechnical
Listed in the top 10 of the GETop 100 Geotechnical companies, our team focuses on understanding site conditions for UK construction projects through rigorous testing and sampling. Our services are essential for projects like tower blocks, bridges, roads, rail tunnels, and home extensions. Working with us means engaging in diverse projects and ensuring the safety and stability of the built environment.
What’s in it for you?
Besides a competitive salary, we offer benefits such as 25 days holiday (with options to buy more), an electric car scheme (where applicable), recognition schemes, family support, employee discounts, assistance programs, and a pension. SOCOTEC UK is proud to be Disability Confident accredited.
Why SOCOTEC?
With over 2,000 colleagues, we deliver world-class testing, inspection, and certification services across the UK. We support your career development with pathways that can be linear or transversal, local, national, or global, in-office or remote. We are committed to your growth and support every step of your journey with us. #YouGrowWeGrow
We invite you to join us in building a safer, more sustainable world—our core mission. We invest in innovative solutions to address social and environmental concerns in all our operations.
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