Engineering Geologist
Location: Leeds (Hybrid)
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
About the Role
An established environmental and engineering consultancy is looking to appoint an Engineering Geologist to join their expanding Leeds-based team. This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse range of ground investigation and environmental projects, supporting developments from early-stage assessment through to remediation and delivery.
Working within a hybrid setup, the successful candidate will be involved in both site-based and office-based activities, managing investigations, preparing technical reports, and supporting project delivery. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Engineering Geologist seeking long-term career development within a collaborative consultancy environment.
Benefits:
Competitive salary package.
Excellent annual leave allowance.
Company pension scheme.
Life assurance and employee wellbeing support.
Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
Travel allowance for site visits.
Professional development and training opportunities.
Main Responsibilities
Carry out and supervise ground investigation works on a variety of sites.
Coordinate fieldwork activities and ensure technical standards are maintained.
Manage subcontractors and external contractors throughout project delivery.
Prepare factual and interpretative technical reports.
Undertake contaminated land and geotechnical risk assessments.
Assist with Phase I and Phase II site investigations.
Monitor project progress to ensure deadlines and budgets are achieved.
Maintain accurate project documentation and technical records.
Liaise with clients, regulators, and stakeholders professionally.
Provide practical recommendations based on geological and environmental findings.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental procedures.
Support and mentor junior team members where required.
Requirements
Previous experience within engineering geology or geoenvironmental consultancy.
Knowledge of Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments and ground investigation practices.
Degree qualified in Engineering Geology, Geology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
Strong understanding of current environmental and geotechnical regulations.
Excellent communication, organisational, and report writing skills.
Commercial awareness and strong problem-solving ability.
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for site work.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an Engineering Geologist looking to take the next step in their career within a progressive and technically focused consultancy.
For more information on this or similar opportunities, please contact Caitlin Richards.
This is a permanent opportunity. Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this vacancy