Gradute Engineering Geologist
30 days ago
Cambridge
Graduate Engineering Geologist\n Location: CambridgeSalary: £28,000 - £34,000 \n An excellent opportunity has become available for a Graduate Engineering Geologist to join a well-established multidisciplinary engineering consultancy based in Cambridge. This is an ideal role for a recent geology, engineering geology or geoscience graduate looking to build a long-term career within the ground engineering sector. \n You'll work alongside experienced engineering geologists and geotechnical engineers on a wide variety of residential, commercial and infrastructure projects across the UK. The role offers a great balance of site and office work, providing exposure to every stage of ground investigation projects. The Role\n As a Graduate Engineering Geologist, you'll gain hands-on experience carrying out and supervising ground investigations, collecting and logging soil and rock samples, undertaking in-situ testing and preparing factual reports. As your experience develops, you'll become involved in interpreting ground conditions and supporting geotechnical design work. \n Typical responsibilities include: \n\n • Assisting with ground investigations across a range of project sites\n, • Logging soil and rock samples to British Standards\n, • Supervising drilling rigs and site investigations\n, • Carrying out in-situ testing and groundwater monitoring\n, • Collecting environmental and geotechnical data\n, • Preparing factual ground investigation reports\n, • Supporting senior engineers with interpretative reporting and geotechnical assessments\n, • Liaising with contractors and clients on site\n, • Maintaining high standards of health and safety\nRequirements\n\n, • Degree in Engineering Geology, Geology, Earth Sciences, Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline\n, • A full UK driving licence\n, • Enthusiastic and willing to work both on site and in the office\n, • Strong written and verbal communication skills\n, • A proactive attitude and willingness to learn\n, • Right to work in the UK\nBenefits\n\n, • Competitive graduate salary\n, • Structured training and mentoring programme\n, • Clear progression towards Engineering Geologist and beyond\n, • Support towards professional accreditation\n, • Company pension\n, • Annual bonus scheme\n, • Generous holiday allowance\n, • Regular technical training\n, • Exposure to a wide variety of ground investigation and geotechnical projects\n, • Friendly and supportive working environment\n\n This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to gain practical site experience while developing strong technical skills within a respected engineering consultancy. You'll receive ongoing support from experienced professionals and have genuine opportunities for career progression as your knowledge and responsibilities grow.