Location
Wolverhampton
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
09/06/2026
Closing date
30/06/2026
Geotechnical Engineer
Location: Wolverhampton
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Geotechnical Engineer to join a specialised geotechnical company in Wolverhampton. The successful candidate will support the delivery of a diverse range of ground investigation and geotechnical projects across residential, commercial, infrastructure, and development sectors.
This role offers a balance of site-based and office-based responsibilities, providing involvement throughout the project lifecycle, from planning and supervising site investigations through to data interpretation, reporting, and client support.
Benefits
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Competitive salary package.
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Generous annual leave allowance.
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Company pension scheme.
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Flexible and hybrid working options.
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Travel expenses covered for site-based work.
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Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
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Undertake and supervise ground investigation works on a variety of sites.
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Oversee site activities, ensuring investigations are completed safely and to the required technical standards.
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Log soil and rock samples in accordance with current industry guidance and standards.
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Coordinate drilling contractors, subcontractors, and site personnel.
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Interpret ground investigation data and prepare factual and interpretative reports.
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Assist in the assessment of geotechnical risks and provide foundation and earthworks recommendations.
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Support Phase I and Phase II site investigations where required.
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Monitor project programmes, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful project completion.
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Maintain accurate site records, logs, and technical documentation.
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Liaise with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders throughout project delivery.
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Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality procedures.
Requirements
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Previous experience within a ground investigation, geotechnical, or geoenvironmental consultancy environment.
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Good understanding of ground investigation techniques, site supervision, and geotechnical assessment principles.
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Degree qualified in Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology, Geology, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
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Knowledge of current geotechnical standards, guidance, and relevant environmental regulations.
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Strong report-writing, communication, and organisational skills.
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Commercial awareness and the ability to manage multiple project priorities.
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Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites as required.
If you're looking to progress your career in geoenvironmental engineering, we'd be keen to hear from you-apply now.
Interested in this or other roles in Geology, please do not hesitate to contact Caitlin Richards
This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position