Due to our clients continued expansion, we are looking for a capable Soil Scientist/ALC Surveyor to join our ALC team. The role will involve both site and office-based tasks and will include providing support to regional projects across the business as required. You will receive hands-on guidance and support from the team, allowing you to develop your career within both the Soil Science and Geo-Environmental fields.

The position provides an ideal opportunity for an ambitious, energetic and capable individual who is confident in communicating effectively with colleagues, multi-disciplinary teams, contractors and regulatory authorities from project inception to completion. The candidate must be able to demonstrate confidence in decision making during site works and competent in working independently where necessary.

Key Responsibilities

• Regularly attending site (including overnight stays), undertaking investigations, walkovers and monitoring.
• Managing projects, dealing with suppliers and preparation of health and safety documentation.
• Liaising with clients and regulators.
• In situ sampling and testing methods, including using Dutch hand augers and trial pitting.
• Logging of soils to relevant and up-to-date environmental guidance.
• Report writing.
• Scheduling laboratory testing, where required.
• Willingness to learn and take on other environmental disciplines as required.

Requirements

• Relevant degree in the environmental / geotechnical / soil science sector
• Work experience in the industry preferred but not required
• Full UK driving license
• Ability to travel to site regularly as required including regular overnight staying.

Benefits

• Salary: Negotiable based on experience and skills. Our client is a Real Living Wage Employer.
• Pension contribution scheme.
• Overnight compensation payments.
• Working from Home option 1 day per week following successful completion of Probationary Period.
• 23 days annual leave + Bank Holidays.
• Regular training and career development.
• Professional subscriptions.
• Long service awards.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion 

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