Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Reference: BY242973
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £36,000 – £44,000
This geotechnical and environmental consultancy based in Sheffield are seeking an experienced Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join their team on a variety of exciting geo-environmental/ground investigation projects. The opportunity provides excellent career progression opportunities, allowing you to take a new step in your career towards increased responsibility, support to chartership and varied and exciting projects.
The Senior Geotechnical Engineer selected will be offered:
- A competitive salary (£36,000 – £44,000, depending on experience).
- Enhanced company pension scheme and benefits including private health insurance.
- Company vehicle provided with paid travel and expenses.
- Excellent team of specialists to work with on a vast range of projects.
- Opportunities for career progression.
The Senior Geotechnical Engineer role will entail a wide range of responsibilities day to day. You'll be carrying out site walkovers, writing and reviewing factual and interpretive reports, completing Phase 1 desktop studies, overseeing ground investigations, project managing, training more junior members of the team and liaising with clients.
To be considered for the ground investigation position you should have Geotechnical Engineering experience, with a strong understanding of geotechnical and geo-environmental principles. You should have a degree in applied geology, geography, environmental science or a similar relevant subject. You must live commutable to Sheffield, hold a full UK Driving licence and have a full right to work in the UK.
If you are interested in this or other Geotechnical roles please do not hesitate to contact Beth Young on . We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
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