RSK Group
Ground Investigation Engineers
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The Vacancy
Ground Investigation Engineers
Dig Deeper. Go Further. Build Your Ground Engineering Career with RSK.
As part of the rapidly growing RSK Group, we're expanding our teams across the UK and are looking for ambitious Ground Engineers with 3+ years’ experience to join us on exciting and varied projects nationwide.
If you're passionate about geology, geotechnics and site investigations, and you're looking to develop your career with one of the UK's leading ground investigation specialists, we'd love to hear from you.
These are full-time, permanent positions offering excellent career development, industry-recognised training and the opportunity to work alongside some of the sector's most knowledgeable professionals.
What You'll Be Doing
No two days are the same. You'll play a key role in delivering a diverse range of ground investigation projects, taking ownership of site activities and helping ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest technical standards.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supervising and delivering intrusive ground investigations using a variety of techniques, including:
- Sonic drilling
- Rotary drilling
- Cable percussion
- Window sampling boreholes
- Geophysical investigations
- Trial pits and other investigation methods
- Logging soil and rock samples in accordance with BS5930:2020
- Managing ground investigation projects from planning through to completion
- Preparing quotations and pricing works
- Liaising with suppliers, subcontractors and clients
- Producing health and safety documentation and site paperwork
- Ensuring the highest standards of site safety and compliance
- Processing, managing and reporting factual site data
- Completing Desk-Based Studies
- Supporting senior colleagues with project delivery and technical tasks
- Managing departmental equipment, including hire, allocation, servicing and repairs
- Maintaining ground investigation engineering equipment
- Attending and successfully completing internal and externally accredited training courses, including:
- PTS
- NRSWA
- CCNSG
- Towing licence training
- CAT & Genny
- First Aid
- Manual Handling
- Following all SHEQ policies and procedures
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What We're Looking For
We're seeking motivated engineers who want to make a real impact and become a valued member of both their local and national teams.
Essential requirements:
- Previous UK ground investigation site experience
- BSc degree in:
- Geology
- Earth Science
- Geography
- Civil Engineering
- Environmental Geoscience
- Or a related discipline
- Ability to log samples to BS5930+A2 standards
- Good understanding of the principal soil and rock strata encountered across the UK
- Ability to interpret geological maps and published geological datasets
- Basic knowledge of groundwater, soil gas and environmental monitoring techniques
- Strong technical report writing skills with excellent attention to detail
- Full UK driving licence
- Unrestricted right to work in the United Kingdom
We'd love to see:
- A proactive attitude and desire to build a long-term career within the business
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- A commitment to delivering high-quality work and excellent client service
What's In It For You?
At RSK, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. That's why we offer an attractive package designed to support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle.
Working With Us
This is a predominantly site-based role and will involve frequent overnight stays. Applicants should therefore live within a commutable distance of one of our UK office locations and be willing to travel as projects require.
Join a business that values expertise, invests in development and provides opportunities to work on some of the UK's most exciting ground investigation projects.
RSK Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
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The Company
RSK is a global leader in sustainable solutions focusing on environmental, engineering, and technical services. Working together, we address societal challenges aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, offering integrated solutions across sectors such as water, energy, food, infrastructure, cities, mining, and waste management.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
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