Graduate Geotechnical/Geo-environmental Engineer
I'm looking for a graduate or an engineer with under 1 year of experience, to join this expanding geotechnical and environmental consultancy team based in Leeds. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to develop their career in the geo-environmental sector while working on diverse projects across the residential, retail, industrial and petrochemical sectors. This team works nationwide in the UK, with the Leeds office focused on supporting northern customers.

The Role
This Graduate Geotechnical/Geo-environmental Engineer position offers a hybrid working arrangement with a 50/50 split between office and site work. You'll be working on a diverse mix of residential and commercial projects, including retail developments, petrol stations, and large commercial redevelopments.

Graduate Geotechnical/Geo-environmental Engineer Responsibilities:
Initial Development Phase (First Few Months)

Shadowing senior engineers during site investigations and office-based work
Learning data analysis and reporting techniques under supervision
Observing field supervision of drilling operations
Understanding borehole logging using visual inspection techniques

Progressive Responsibilities

Carry out site assessments for contaminated land and geotechnical projects
Assist in assessing potential environmental impacts and undertaking risk assessments
Field supervision of drilling operations with support
Soil and water sampling to industry and company guidelines
Phase 1 desk studies and waste classification with senior support
Predominantly interpretative report writing rather than factual reporting
Design and deliver site investigations then write interpretive reports

What's on Offer

Comprehensive training program with initial shadowing period
Opportunity to work on diverse projects across multiple sectors
Regional work variety with minimal extended travel
Working with a company where 90% of work is repeat business or direct referral
Clear progression pathway from Phase 1 desk studies to full project delivery
Supportive team environment with accessible senior staff

If you can see yourself taking on this role and look to build a career in Leeds, starting as a Graduate Geotechnical/Geo-environmental Engineer, please get in touch with Alex at Calibre Search Manchester.

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