£27000 - £36000 per annum, Benefits: plus additional benefits
Geotechnical / Geo-environmental Engineer
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £27,000 - £36,000
Dig Deep. Build Strong Foundations — for Your Career and the Environment.
My client is looking for a motivated and skilled Geotechnical / Geo-environmental Engineer to join their Sheffield office. This is your opportunity to work on a broad variety of ground engineering and environmental projects that shape communities and safeguard the future.
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The Opportunity
As part of their growing geotechnical and geo-environmental team, you’ll be involved in every stage of site investigation and assessment, from fieldwork to final reporting. Your day-to-day role will include:
- Site Investigations: Conducting and supervising site activities such as trial pitting, soakaway testing, borehole logging, foundation inspections, mine working grouting, and remediation verification.
- Technical Supervision: Overseeing on-site construction and remediation works, including foundation inspections, mine stabilisation, and contaminated land treatments.
- Report Writing: Producing comprehensive Phase 1 Desk Studies and Phase 2 Site Investigation Reports, Earthworks Specifications, Coal Mining Risk Assessments, and Verification Reports.
- Client Liaison: Communicating with clients, contractors, regulators, and internal teams to ensure smooth project delivery.
- Design Input: Providing geotechnical advice for foundation design, slope stability, ground improvement, and contamination risk assessment.
- Risk Assessment: Conducting detailed quantitative risk assessments and recommending mitigation strategies.
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What You’ll Bring
We’re seeking someone with a solid technical background and a proactive approach to problem solving. Ideally, you’ll have:
- A degree (BSc/BA) or master’s (MSc/MEng) in Geology, Geography, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven experience conducting and managing geotechnical and/or geo-environmental site investigations.
- Strong technical report writing and analytical skills.
- Confidence working both independently and collaboratively, on-site and in-office.
- A full UK driving licence and access to a car (mileage allowance provided).
You should be working toward professional membership of a relevant body such as The Geological Society or ICE. Fieldwork readiness and a practical understanding of UK ground conditions are essential.
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Award Winners
My client is an award-winning, multidisciplinary consultancy based in Sheffield. Their services span civil, structural, geotechnical, and geo-environmental engineering. They deliver technically excellent solutions while building long-term relationships with their clients.
A Place To Grow
Your development is central to their ethos. They provide hands-on mentoring, exposure to varied and interesting projects, and a structured professional development programme. You’ll gain valuable experience across the full project lifecycle and be supported on your path to chartership.
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What Is On Offer
- Competitive salary with twice-yearly reviews and performance-based rewards
- 4% employer pension contribution
- Life insurance (2x salary)
- Enhanced sick pay scheme
- Generous holiday allowance of up to 26 days + option for 3 extra buy-back days
- Flexible start/finish times to suit your lifestyle
- Discounted health cash plan for everyday medical expenses
- Cycle to Work scheme
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More Than Just a Job
They know that great engineering comes from happy, well-rounded teams. That’s why they create opportunities to connect beyond the desk — throug