Senior Geotechnical Engineer
Join Our Team as a Senior Geotechnical Engineer!
Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of rail infrastructure? We’re on the lookout for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our dynamic East West Rail team in St Neots, Cambridgeshire. This is your chance to be part of an exciting project that shapes the future of transportation!
Location & Working Conditions
Location: St Neots, Cambridgeshire – Hybrid working available
Hours: Permanent Full-time, 45 hours per week – We’re open to condensed hours and flexible schedules, just let us know what works for you!
Note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.
Your Role
As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality geotechnical surveys for the East West Rail project. You’ll collaborate with a talented team, including Project Managers and drilling suppliers, to ensure safe and efficient ground investigations.
Key Responsibilities
Your day-to-day activities will include:
- Planning and programming ground investigation fieldwork with drilling suppliers.
- Tracking progress and auditing the quality of borehole log descriptions.
- Conducting safety inspections and proactively recording near misses and incidents.
- Identifying potential issues early and collaborating with suppliers to find solutions.
- Supporting drill rig inspections and coordinating with the land access manager.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking candidates who possess:
- A degree in Civil Engineering, Earth Sciences, Geology, or a related field.
- Extensive experience in delivering ground investigations and site-based geotechnical work.
- Confidence in using AGS geotechnical data and Common Data Environment (CDE) systems.
- Experience managing subcontractors, showcasing strong planning and communication skills.
- A full driving license and the flexibility to travel to sites as needed.
Rewards and Benefits
At Kier, we value our people and offer a wide range of benefits tailored to your needs. Join us and enjoy:
- Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
- Flexible working arrangements to support your work-life balance.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to making Kier a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our employees play a crucial role in shaping our diversity initiatives, and we strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria will be offered an interview.
We can’t wait to see your application! Join us in building the future of rail infrastructure. #joinkier
