Junior Engineering Geologist

Location: Leeds
Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 + Benefits

An exciting opportunity has become available for an Assistant Engineering Geologist to join a well-established ground investigation and geotechnical consultancy based in Leeds. This role offers the chance to work on a wide variety of residential, commercial, infrastructure and industrial projects across the UK while developing your technical and site experience within a supportive team.

The successful Assistant Engineering Geologist will split their time between site work and office-based reporting, gaining exposure to every stage of ground investigation projects.

The Role:

• Supervising ground investigation works, including drilling rigs and trial pits.
• Logging soil and rock to current industry standards.
• Collecting soil, rock and groundwater samples.
• Carrying out in-situ testing and monitoring installations.
• Factual reporting and assisting with interpretative reports.
• Liaising with contractors and clients on site.
• Supporting geotechnical and geoenvironmental project delivery.

Requirements:

• MEng in Engineering Geology or a closely related discipline.
• Previous site investigation experience through employment or placements is desirable.
• Strong communication and report writing skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• A willingness to work outdoors and travel to sites across the region.
• A positive attitude and eagerness to develop within the engineering geology sector.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with regular reviews.
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance for site work.
• Pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and mentoring from experienced engineering geologists.
• Clear career progression with support towards Chartership where appropriate.
• Paid overtime and expenses.
• Annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Flexible working opportunities for office-based days.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated graduate or assistant-level Engineering Geologist looking to build a long-term career with a respected consultancy offering varied projects, structured training and genuine progression.