Graduate Geologist

Job description

Graduate Geoenvironmental Engineer

Location: ManchesterSalary: £28,000-£31,000

Are you a recent graduate eager to begin your career in geoenvironmental engineering? An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established environmental consultancy delivering innovative solutions across contaminated land, geotechnical, and environmental projects throughout the UK.

You will become part of a knowledgeable and supportive team, gaining hands-on experience across a broad range of residential, commercial, and infrastructure developments while building strong technical and professional skills.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary package
• Structured graduate training and mentoring
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working opportunities
• Exposure to a wide variety of technically challenging projects
• Friendly and collaborative working environment
• Clear opportunities for long-term career progression

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting with Phase 1 Preliminary Risk Assessments and Desk Studies
• Supporting and carrying out Phase 2 intrusive ground investigations
• Soil and rock logging, sampling, and groundwater/gas monitoring
• Coordinating environmental and geotechnical laboratory testing
• Interpreting site investigation data and assisting with risk assessments
• Supporting remediation strategies and earthworks assessments
• Preparing factual and interpretative technical reports
• Maintaining health & safety standards during site activities
• Liaising with clients, contractors, and internal project teams

What We're Looking For:

• A degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, or a related subject
• A strong interest in contaminated land and geoenvironmental consultancy
• Understanding of ground investigations and environmental risk assessment principles
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive, organised, and enthusiastic approach to work
• Willingness to travel for site work across the UK
• Full UK driving licence
• Right to work in the UK

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to establish a long-term career within a supportive consultancy that values technical excellence, professional development, and practical problem-solving.

If you are ready to take the next step in your geoenvironmental career, we would love to hear from you - apply today.

Interested in this or other opportunities within the geology and environmental sector? Please do not hesitate to get in touch with Caitlin Richards.

This is a permanent position. Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this vacancy.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Salary indication

Between £28,000 and £32,000 Per Month

Published at

08-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English