Newcastle Upon Tyne
Environment
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
01/05/2024
22/05/2024
Graduate Soil Scientist
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Reference: BY1328
Salary: £24,000 - £28,000.
Are you a recent environmental science, countryside management, earth sciences, physical geography or geology graduate? Are you looking for an exciting position in ground investigation and contaminated land? This geo-environmental consultancy, specialising in Phase I Desktop Studies and Phase II Site Investigation & Risk Assessments are seeking a Graduate Soil Scientist to join the team. With approximately 15 members of staff (allowing for focussed training and varied responsibilities) and a wide range of projects to work on, this consultancy can offer excellent opportunities to kickstart you career.
The successful Graduate Soil Scientist will be offered:
* A top salary (£24,000 - £28,000).
* Company pension and benefits scheme.
* Continued professional development.
* Training provided as required.
* Vast range of projects and work closely with specialists.
* Family friendly policies.
The Graduate Soil Scientist selected for the position will work on a variety of ground investihtaion projects, to familiarise with different challenges and sites. You'll be contributing to the supervision of ground investigations, Phase 1 Desk studies, carrying out risk assessments and collecting soil samples for analysis. Report writing skills will be developed over time.
The successful Engineering Geologist will therefore:
* Have a degree in geology, earth sciences, environmental science, geography or a heavily soil focussed subject.
* Have exceptional communication and time management skills.
* Hold a valid UK Driving licence.
* Be commutable to Newcastle upon Tyne.
* Willing to travel to sites and work in office.
* Have a full right to work in the UK.
We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to www.penguinrecruitment.co.uk. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.