Our client is seeking a Site Engineer to support ground investigation and geotechnical projects across Glasgow and wider UK locations. This is a permanent, full-time, site-based role suited to someone with practical site investigation contracting experience and a strong understanding of geology.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the delivery of ground investigation and geotechnical site projects
- Supervise and coordinate site-based investigation activities safely and efficiently
- Ensure equipment is available, maintained and used correctly on site
- Work in accordance with project specifications, health and safety procedures and environmental requirements
- Communicate effectively with site teams, senior engineers, directors, clients and subcontractors
- Maintain accurate site records and provide operational updates where required
- Assist with managing site activities to meet programme and quality requirements
- Promote high standards of workmanship, safety and professional conduct
Job Requirements:
- Experience in site investigation contracting is essential
- Understanding of geology, ground conditions and geotechnical investigation methods
- Practical experience working on ground investigation, geotechnical or geo-environmental sites
- Ability to work full-time in a site-based role without office-based or report-writing responsibilities
- Strong awareness of health, safety and environmental requirements within a site engineering environment
- Good organisational, communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a wider project team
- A relevant qualification in geology, earth sciences, environmental science or geotechnical engineering would be advantageous
Benefits:
- Annual leave entitlement that increases with completed service, up to 29 days
- Eight UK bank holidays
- Contributory pension scheme following successful completion of probation
- Company mobile phone and laptop
- Company van for commuting to and from sites, including a fuel card
- Access to a Holiday Buy-Back Scheme
- Two volunteer days to support a registered charity of your choice
- Supportive opportunities for training, development and career progression
If you have site investigation contracting experience and are looking to develop your career as a Site Engineer within the geotechnical and geo-environmental sector, apply now.