Engineering Geologist Location: Manchester Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 Are you an Engineering Geologist looking for your next opportunity in Manchester? We are working with a specialist ground investigation consultancy looking to expand its team and recruit an enthusiastic Engineering Geologist to support a growing portfolio of geotechnical and site investigation projects. This is an excellent opportunity to join a technically focused team, gain exposure to a variety of sites and ground conditions, and develop your career across both fieldwork and geotechnical reporting. The Role As an Engineering Geologist, you will be involved in a range of ground investigation projects, supporting site investigations from initial fieldwork through to factual and interpretative reporting. You will work alongside experienced engineers and geologists, gaining hands-on experience across residential, commercial, infrastructure and redevelopment projects. Key Responsibilities Undertake site-based ground investigations, including trial pitting, borehole logging and soil and rock descriptions. Supervise ground investigation contractors and drilling operations on site. Complete detailed geological and geotechnical logging in accordance with relevant standards. Collect soil and rock samples and undertake in-situ testing. Assist with the preparation of factual and interpretative geotechnical reports. Review ground investigation data and help develop an understanding of ground conditions. Liaise with clients, contractors and other project stakeholders. Ensure site activities comply with health and safety requirements and relevant industry standards. Support the delivery of projects to agreed timescales and budgets. About You A degree in Engineering Geology, Geology, Geotechnical Engineering or a related discipline. Previous experience in ground investigation or a site-based engineering geology role is desirable. Knowledge of borehole logging, trial pitting, soil descriptions and geotechnical sampling. Familiarity with UK ground investigation procedures and relevant British Standards. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites. Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills. A proactive attitude and a genuine interest in developing your career within the ground investigation industry.Applications from graduates with relevant placement experience, as well as more experienced Engineering Geologists, are welcome. What's on Offer? The opportunity to work on a diverse range of ground investigation projects across the North West. Hands-on site experience and exposure to the full ground investigation process. Support with professional development and progression. The opportunity to develop both fieldwork and technical reporting skills. A collaborative working environment with experienced geotechnical professionals. A competitive salary and benefits package, dependent on experience. Interested? If you're an Engineering Geologist looking for a new challenge in Manchester and want to develop your career within the ground investigation and geotechnical sector, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion about the opportunity