Geo-Environmental Engineer
Location: Wakefield, UK
Central Alliance, a member of the RSK Group, is looking for an experienced Geo-Environmental Engineer to join our dynamic team in Wakefield. We pride ourselves on delivering the best for our clients and our team, and on tackling the global climate crisis. This is a full‑time, permanent role that will be largely site based, with occasional travel and overnight stays across the UK.
Accountabilities
* Supervision and management of ground investigations
* Travel throughout the UK (~80% of time, remainder from Wakefield Office)
* Logging of soil and rock in accordance with BS5930:2020
* Managing ground investigation works, including pricing, liaising with suppliers, and preparing health and safety documentation
* Management of on‑site safety, paperwork and subcontractors
* Adherence to working instructions as specified by internal and external clients
* Factual reporting, data processing and data management
* Completion of desk‑based studies
* Assisting senior staff with project‑related duties
* Overseeing department equipment – allocation, hire, servicing and repairs
* Attending and passing internal and industry‑recognised training courses (e.g. PTS, NRASWA, CCNSG, towing licence, CAT, First Aid, manual handling)
* Adherence to SHEQ policies and procedures
* Maintenance of ground investigation engineering equipment
About You
* BSc in Geology, Earth Sciences, Geology / Geography (or equivalent)
* Ability to supervise and manage ground investigation contracts
* Experience in compliance with Construction, Design & Management regulations and production of health & safety documentation
* Unwavering commitment to safety and continuous improvement
* Experience of people management
* Flexibility in approach to work, able to manage and adapt to change
* Self‑motivated, solutions focused, organised with effective time management and a positive attitude
* Ability to follow instructions, meet deadlines, work both independently and as part of a multi‑disciplinary team
* Clear, open communication style with the ability to conduct business in a professional and polite manner at all times
* Willingness to work flexible hours and at various locations throughout the UK when required
* Adaptable to variable working environments with a love of the outdoors
* A valid UK driving licence
* Unrestricted work rights in the United Kingdom
Culture & Benefits
* Salary up to £35,000 depending on experience
* Overtime
* Contributory Private Pension Scheme
* Company van provided for site work
* Flexible benefits programme (additional holidays, private health care)
* Regular training and career development
* Private medical insurance, including dental and optical benefits
* Discounted gym memberships
* Income protection and life cover
* Cycle to work and electric vehicle schemes
* Volunteering and team away days
* Retirement and mortgage advice
* Active committees driving Diversity & Inclusion
* Access to our industry‑leading Wellbeing Hub
RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We provide adjustments to make the workplace accessible and flexible. All positions require unrestricted work rights in the United Kingdom.
About Central Alliance
Central Alliance is a UK‑based ground engineering technical services business providing site investigation, surveying, instrumentation, monitoring, technology‑led solutions and remedial techniques for slope stabilisation and dewatering. Our services cover drilling, in‑situ testing, monitoring, reporting and laboratory testing. We own a full range of drilling rigs including rotary, cable percussion, dynamic sampling and cone penetration testing rigs. Clients include Network Rail, National Highways, Rio Tinto, Aarsleff, National Highways, etc. Central Alliance is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering and technical services business.
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