Akton are recruiting on behalf of a client who is looking for a Geologist / Engineering Geologist to join their team in Burton-on-Trent. ResponsibilitiesConducting walkover surveys for inclusion in Phase I and Phase II reports.Undertaking and managing intrusive ground investigations using a variety of investigative techniques including trial pitting, window sampling, cable percussive & rotary borehole drilling.Logging of soil and rock to an appropriate standard.Supervising earthworks, in-situ testing and contaminated land remediation projects.Collection of field data including soil, water & gas samples for chemical & geotechnical analysis.Preparation of appropriate Health & Safety documentation.RequirementsMinimum qualification of a degree in one of the Earth Sciences.Minimum 2 years of relevant fieldwork experience including the logging of soil & rock to current British Standards,Willingness to work outdoors, away from home & occasionally unsociable hours.Excellent written & verbal English language communication skills.Strong interpersonal / team working skills.Full UK Driving License essential (Category B manual gears).The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK