JACKSON DRILLING HOLDINGS LIMITED
Engineering Geologist / Geotechnical Engineer / Geoscientist
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Site-Based Engineering Geologist / Geotechnical Engineer / Geoscientist
Salary: £30,000–£38,000 per annum (dependent on experience) (Paid hourly) + Discretionary annual bonus
Hours: 45 hours per week
Location: South Wales and/or Somerset
Join Our Growing Team
Jackson Geo Services is a growing ground investigation and geotechnical consultancy seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Engineering Geologist, Geotechnical Engineer, or Geoscientist to join our expanding team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career professional looking to develop their skills and progress within the ground engineering industry. Working alongside experienced professionals, you will gain hands-on experience across a wide range of ground investigation and geotechnical projects throughout the UK.
We are committed to investing in our people and offer structured training, mentoring, and professional development to help you achieve your career aspirations. In return, we are looking for a reliable and proactive individual who can work independently, take ownership of tasks, and consistently deliver work to a high professional standard.
The Role
The successful candidate will support and supervise a variety of ground investigation activities and contribute to the delivery of high-quality factual and interpretative reports.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Supervising ground investigation site activities, including drilling operations, trial pitting, and pavement inspections
- Logging soils and rock in accordance with relevant British Standards
- Undertaking a range of in-situ testing techniques
- Processing and managing digital site data
- Carrying out gas and groundwater monitoring programmes
- Obtaining gas and groundwater samples using a variety of monitoring and sampling techniques
- Surveying exploratory holes and other project-specific locations
- Assisting in the preparation of factual and interpretative ground investigation reports
- Ensuring works are completed safely and in accordance with company procedures and industry best practices
- Liaising professionally with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders
- Travelling to sites across the UK, including occasional overnight stays
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Essential Requirements
- Degree qualification in Geology, Engineering Geology, Earth Science, Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Good IT skills and confidence using digital data collection systems
- Willingness and ability to work outdoors throughout the year in all weather conditions
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Reliable, responsible, and capable of working independently when required
- Commitment to safe working practices and the ability to undertake basic risk assessments
- Ability to meet industry training requirements, including obtaining a CSCS card
Desirable Requirements
- Previous experience working within the ground investigation, geotechnical, geological, or civil engineering sectors
- Construction-related qualifications such as CSCS, SSSTS, SMSTS, or NRSWA
- Membership of a recognised professional body
- Experience of site supervision and ground investigation reporting
- A genuine enthusiasm for developing a career within the ground engineering industry
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What We Offer
- Relaxed and supportive working environment
- Flexible office base from our South Wales and/or Somerset locations
- Company vehicle
- Paid travel time and pay for all hours worked
- 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Structured training and development programme
- Industry-recognised accredited training courses
- Dedicated mentor and career development support
- Opportunities for professional growth within a growing business
- Exposure to a diverse range of ground investigation and geotechnical projects across the UK
Why Join Jackson Geo Services?
At Jackson Geo Services, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing the support, training, and opportunities needed to help our team succeed. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding role where you can develop your technical expertise, gain practical site experience, and contribute to exciting projects across the UK, we would like to hear from you.
Applications are welcomed from recent graduates and candidates with relevant industry experience.
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Please send your CV to team@jacksongeo.co.uk
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