Geotechnical Site Engineer

Role Overview

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Geotechnical Site Engineer to support the delivery of the Carnaig to Fanellan Ground Investigation Project.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising and recording ground investigation works on site, ensuring that works are carried out safely, accurately, and in accordance with project specifications, relevant standards, and client requirements.

This role will involve working closely with drilling crews, subcontractors, laboratories, engineers, and the project management team to ensure high-quality site data is collected and reported efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

The Geotechnical Site Engineer will be responsible for:

• Supervising ground investigation activities, including boreholes, trial pits, sampling, in-situ testing, and associated site works.
• Logging soil and rock samples in accordance with relevant standards and project requirements.
• Recording site information accurately, including daily progress, ground conditions, sample depths, groundwater observations, testing records, and any site issues.
• Ensuring works are carried out in line with the project specification, method statements, risk assessments, and health and safety procedures.
• Liaising with drilling crews, machine operators, subcontractors, and the wider project team.
• Coordinating samples for laboratory testing and ensuring correct labelling, storage, and chain of custody.
• Monitoring site progress and reporting delays, technical issues, or changes in ground conditions to the Project Manager or Senior Engineer.
• Assisting with preparation of daily site records, field logs, photographic records, and progress reports.
• Supporting the delivery of factual ground investigation information for reporting.
• Ensuring environmental controls and site housekeeping standards are maintained.
• Promoting a positive safety culture and stopping works where unsafe practices are identified.

Required Experience and Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree or relevant qualification in Geology, Engineering Geology, Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Earth Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Previous experience working on ground investigation or geotechnical site investigation projects.
• Experience supervising boreholes, trial pits, sampling, and in-situ testing.
• Competence in soil and rock logging.
• Knowledge of UK ground investigation standards and good site practice.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently on site and as part of a wider project team.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Experience

The following would be advantageous:

• Experience working on infrastructure, transmission, utilities, energy, highways, or remote access projects.
• Familiarity with BS 5930, Eurocode 7, BS EN ISO 14688, BS EN ISO 14689, and BS 1377.
• CSCS card or equivalent site safety certification.
• First Aid qualification.
• SSSTS or similar supervisory qualification.
• Experience working in rural, upland, or challenging terrain environments.
• Knowledge of peat, soft ground, rockhead profiling, groundwater monitoring, or environmental sampling.

Health, Safety and Environmental Responsibilities

The Geotechnical Site Engineer must:

• Comply with all project health, safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Review and follow approved RAMS before commencing works.
• Attend site inductions, toolbox talks, and daily briefings.
• Report hazards, near misses, incidents, and unsafe conditions immediately.
• Ensure works do not proceed where there is a risk to personnel, the public, property, or the environment.
• Support environmental protection measures, including control of spillages, waste, watercourses, and sensitive ground conditions.

Key Skills

• Strong technical understanding of ground investigation methods.
• Accurate soil and rock logging ability.
• Clear and concise report writing.
• Good communication with site teams and management.
• Practical problem-solving ability.
• Strong awareness of health and safety.
• Ability to work in outdoor and remote site conditions.
• Reliable, organised, and proactive approach.

Working Conditions

This is a site-based role and may involve:

• Working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Travel between investigation locations along the Carnaig to Fanellan route.
• Working in rural or remote locations.
• Early starts or extended site hours depending on project requirements.
• Coordination with drilling crews, plant operators, and subcontractors.

Application

Applicants should provide an up-to-date CV outlining relevant geotechnical site investigation experience, qualifications, and availability.

Pay: £42,000.00-£55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Life insurance

Work Location: In person