Junior Engineering Geologist

Junior Engineering Geologist - Kent
£27,000 - £32,000 (depending on experience)

A growing geotechnical and geoenvironmental consultancy are looking to appoint a Junior Engineering Geologist to join their Kent team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career geologist to gain hands-on experience across a wide range of ground investigation projects.

The Role

As a Junior Engineering Geologist, you will support the delivery of ground investigation projects across residential, commercial, and infrastructure schemes. You will gain exposure to both site-based work and office-based reporting, developing strong technical and practical skills within a supportive team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with site investigations including trial pitting, borehole logging, and sampling
• Supporting engineers and senior geologists on ground investigation projects
• Logging soil and rock in accordance with BS5930 standards
• Carrying out basic geotechnical and geological data analysis
• Assisting in the preparation of factual reports
• Supporting desk studies and site walkovers
• Ensuring health & safety procedures are followed on site at all times

About You

• Degree in Geology, Engineering Geology, Earth Sciences or a related subject
• Strong interest in ground investigation and geotechnical engineering
• Willingness to work both on site and in the office
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Full UK driving licence (or working towards obtaining one)
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and keen to develop professionally

What's on Offer

• Competitive starting salary
• Full training and development support
• Opportunity to work on varied and interesting UK projects
• Clear progression pathway within a growing consultancy
• Support towards chartership (ICE / Geological Society)
• Friendly and supportive team environment

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Junior Engineering Geologist looking to start their career in geotechnics and gain valuable hands-on experience across a range of exciting projects in Kent and the South East.