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Assistant Geotechnical Engineer
Assistant Geotechnical Engineer or Assistant Engineering Geologist – Bristol
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About the Role
We’re seeking Assistant Geotechnical Engineers or Assistant Engineering Geologists to join our team in Bristol, UK.
Duties and responsibilities include:
- Producing professional and technically sound reports, while engaging effectively with both specialists and clients.
- Developing ground models and design parameters.
- Conducting slopes, walls, foundation, and geotechnical structure assessments, along with geological hazard evaluations.
- Providing project delivery support, encompassing client liaison and seamless coordination across other disciplines.
- Advancing sustainability efforts and enhancing 3D data utilisation in our projects.
- Undertaking fieldwork supervision, leading ground investigations and construction for some of the UK’s most transformative infrastructure projects across diverse sectors.
- Embedding our newly developed training framework, fueling your growth alongside peers across all career grades. We encourage a culture of continuous learning and knowledge-sharing.
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Key Requirements
To excel in this role, we’ll be looking for candidates to demonstrate:
- A strong understanding of ground risk assessment and site investigation fundamentals.
- Proficiency in basic soil mechanics and key engineering principles.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, capable of crafting high-quality reports and design outputs.
- Clear aspirations to advance towards chartered status.
If you don’t meet all criteria, we’d still love to hear from you—we can discuss how your unique experiences align with this position or alternative opportunities within the team.
About WSP
Champions of positive and enduring change, WSP is one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms, fostering a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals spanning the UK and Ireland, we’re deeply committed to our communities while harnessing global expertise.
Join us in shaping a brighter future for yourself and society.
Why Join WSP?
Work-Life Balance
We respect that work is only one facet of your life. At WSP, we prioritise your time for family, interests, and community with our hybrid working policy: up to two days remotely, combined with opportunities to collaborate in contemporary offices nationwide.
Inclusivity & Belonging
We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Our culture thrives on authenticity and respect, bolstered by employee resource groups that champion inclusivity. Safety in all forms is a key priority—because when you bring your entire self to work, we all benefit.
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Health & Wellbeing
WSP is committed to your well-being, offering tools to support your health through:
- Thrive programme: Personalised health resources.
- Virtual GP access: NHS or Irish Medical Council healthcare at your convenience.
- Workplace adjustments and accommodations as needed.
- Gymflex: Up to 40% discount on annual gym memberships.
- A comprehensive menopause support package.
Flexible Time
- "WSP My Hour": Dedicate one hour daily to personal commitments, with flexible adjustment times.
- Part-time and flexible working options.
- Additional leave purchase and customisable bank holidays to better suit your schedule.
Your Development
At WSP, we invest in your growth and progression:
- Comprehensive training and mentoring programmes.
- Support for Chartership aspirations.
Diversity & Inclusion Statement
WSP champions equality of opportunity. We are proud to encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including those representing:
- Various disability statuses
- All age groups, genders, races, ethnicities
- Diverse sexual orientations, gender identifications
- Religious beliefs
- Families in pregnancy or parenthood
As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee interviews to all applicants meeting the essential criteria, regardless of disability. Please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments as part of your application process.
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