Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Geotechnical Engineer (Site Investigations)
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Geotechnical Engineer (Site Investigations)
Location: Chelmsford
Salary: £30,000 - £38,000 + Training + Progression + Site Based + Days Based + Company Vehicle
Do you have experience in site investigation looking to join a national geotechnical specialist offering a wide range of site work, industry training and long-term progression?
This fast-growing company delivers a comprehensive suite of site surveying, ground investigation, and laboratory testing services across the UK. Since its recent establishment in 2012, it has experienced consistent growth and is now seeking a motivated individual to join their team of 38 other Engineers.
In this role you will primarily be site-based working on a wide range of projects where no two days are the same. You will be going to sites nationwide (stayaways expected) collecting data, logging boreholes and acquiring water, rock and mineral samples. You will be responsible for preparing geotechnical investigation plans as well as producing high-quality geotechnical reports of your findings when office based.
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This role is ideal for a Geologist or Geotechnical Engineer looking to join a company that offers a site-based position working on a diverse range of construction projects across the UK.
The Role:
- Borehole Drilling and logging
- Accumulating data on water, rock and mineral samples
- Primarily site based with stayaways expected and occasional office days
- Monday - Friday (8am-5pm)
- NVQ lvl 2 training on drilling techniques
The Person:
- Geotechnical Engineer / Geologist
- Willing to commute to site visits nationwide and office in Chelmsford
- Happy for short term stay aways (Fully compensated)
Geotechnics, Engineering, Geology, Site Visit, Office, Lab, Chelmsford, Essex, Degree, Collaboration, Field, Progression, Surveying, Report, Logging, Samples, Basildon
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.
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Desired Skills and Experience
- Geotechnical Engineer / Geologist
- Willing to commute to site visits nationwide and office in Chelmsford
- Happy for short term stay aways (Fully compensated)
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