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Principle Geotechnical

Adecco
Posted 13 hours ago, valid for 18 days
Location

Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG3 4JL

Salary

£35,000 - £42,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The job involves conducting geo-environmental desk studies for linear infrastructure projects and supervising ground investigations.
  • Candidates should have a relevant geosciences degree and familiarity with ArcGIS or QGIS, with proficiency in geotechnical software being advantageous.
  • The role requires a full UK driving licence and entails a 50/50 split between office work and site visits, which may include remote locations.
  • Applicants should possess excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving, with an interest in developing technical and project management skills.
  • The position requires a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience and offers a salary ranging from £30,000 to £40,000.

Summary of duties:

  • Geo-environmental desk studies for linear infrastructure projects.
  • Site reconnaissance, geomorphological mapping and structural assessments.
  • Ground investigation supervision including logging / sampling to BS5930 / EC7.
  • Ground model assessment and analysis.
  • Development of geotechnical parameters for civil design.
  • Factual and Interpretative report writing.
  • Geotechnical data analysis, processing and production of mapping.
  • Office support - project planning, proposal and cost preparation, business development.

Necessary Skills:

  • Relevant geosciences degree (i.e. Geology, Earth Sciences, Environmental or Geotechnical Engineering), or working towards gaining BSc/BEng.
  • Familiar with ArcGIS or QGIS.
  • Proficiency with geotechnical software (e.g. GeoFine, Slope/w, Holebase) is advantageous.
  • Practical problem solving abilities and pro-active.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • An interest in developing both technical and project management skills.

Other information :

  • Must have a full UK driving licence and be available to travel to site locations within the UK, and occasionally overseas.
  • The role includes a 50/50 split between office/working from home and site work. Fieldwork programs can be in remote locations requiring long mobilisations. Our work involves accessing remote areas on foot, and confidence driving off-road.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.