Skip to main content
Post your CV and find your next job on Indeed!

Geotechnical Drilling jobs

Sort by: -
    • Understanding of common geotechnical field tests and their purpose.
    • Experience working for a ground investigation / geotechnical contractor.
    • Phase 1 geotechnical and geoenvironmental desk studies preparation.
    • Experience with geotechnical software will be considered an advantage.
    • 6 weeks work, for experienced Geotechnical IRATA operatives.
    • Signing on bonus available for those with proven experience.
    • Must be resident in Northern Ireland.
    • Significant experience within geotechnical, geoenvironmental, or site investigation reporting.
    • The Report Writing Manager is responsible for leading and…
    • Proven experience delivering geotechnical projects.
    • Deliver geotechnical projects from inception to completion.
    • Full Clean UK Manual driving license essential.
    • Supporting geotechnical assessments for rail infrastructure projects.
    • Working with drilling crews, contractors and project engineers on active sites.
    • We are looking for staff who can lead complex geotechnical projects with minimal supervision, work in a technical review function and to support AtkinsRéalis'…
    • View all AtkinsRéalis jobs - Epsom jobs - Geotechnical Engineer jobs in Epsom
    • Salary Search: Associate/Chief Geotechnical Engineer-Offshore salaries in Epsom
    • See popular questions & answers about AtkinsRéalis
    • Plan, coordinate and supervise all drilling and blasting activities.
    • Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent*.
    • This is a critical leadership role with responsibility for…
    • Help with site preparation tasks, including clearing and levelling land to facilitate drilling activities.
    • Participate in the transportation and organization of…
    • Supervising, mentoring and developing existing and trainee geotechnical operators.
    • A permanent, important operational position within a growing marine…
    • Proven experience in geotechnical drilling and installation.
    • Supervising and supporting drilling assistants on site.
    • Full-time work with stability.
    • Do you have a strong groundwater and geotechnical instrumentation knowledge plus telemetry/data systems experience?
    • Proven experience operating window sampling / borehole drilling rigs.
    • Accurately log drilling activities, sample depths, and ground conditions.
    • Proven experience managing large-scale geotechnical projects.
    • Lead and manage geotechnical projects from inception to completion.
    • Operate drilling rigs including tracked and hand-held window sampling.
    • Work in a team carrying-out all aspects of intrusive ground investigation.

People also searched:

land drilling
material testing technician
milking
pipeline engineer
site technician
drilling assistant
drilling engineer
geotechnical engineer

Job Post Details

Geotechnical Field Technician - job post

Grampian Geotechnical (Scotland) Ltd
Aberdeen AB21 7HG
£13.85 - £16.00 an hour - Full-time

Job details

Pay

  • £13.85 - £16.00 an hour

Job type

  • Full-time

Shift and schedule

  • Overtime
  • Monday to Friday

Location

Aberdeen AB21 7HG

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

  • Sick pay
  • Life insurance
  • Company pension
  • Car scheme

Full job description

Company description

Ground Investigation Specialists

Job description

We are currently looking to recruit a trainee field technician to join our busy and expanding UKAS accredited geotechnical laboratory.

We offer a range of laboratory and in-situ testing to the construction industry specialising in soil classification & compaction tests.

The role will be based in Dyce however, it will also include frequent travel to client’s sites all over Scotland. Occasional overnight stays will also be expected as part of the position.

As a Field Technician, you will be at the front line of our ground investigations – working outdoors on construction, infrastructure and development sites, carrying out tests and collecting data that our engineers will use for design and analysis. This is a practical, site-based role that suits someone who likes being active, problem-solving on site and working as part of a small team.

Standard working hours are 8-5 Monday to Friday with an overtime rate paid for any extra hours worked.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out in-situ geotechnical tests, which may include:
  • Standard Penetration Tests (SPT)
  • Dynamic Cone Penetration Tests (DCP)
  • Plate load tests
  • CBR testing
  • In-situ density and moisture content testing
  • Permeability tests / soakaway tests
  • Assist with and/or supervise drilling and trial pitting operations.
  • Log soils and rocks in accordance with BS5930 (or relevant standards).
  • Take soil, rock, and groundwater samples to the required standards.
  • Accurately record site data, test results, and observations.
  • Ensure all work is carried out in line with health, safety, and environmental procedures.
  • Liaise with project engineers, subcontractors and clients on site.
  • Maintain and calibrate field equipment and vehicles.

Essential:

  • Understanding of common geotechnical field tests and their purpose.
  • Full UK driving licence (clean or minimal points).
  • Willingness to work outdoors in all weather and travel to different sites.
  • Good level of physical fitness.
  • Strong attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
  • Right to work in the UK.

Desirable:

  • Experience in in-situ geotechnical testing on construction or infrastructure projects.
  • Experience working for a ground investigation / geotechnical contractor.
  • Familiarity with BS5930 and Eurocode 7.
  • CSCS card and relevant H&S training
  • Experience with basic surveying / GPS equipment.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
  • Overtime and/or site allowance.
  • Pension Scheme.
  • Bonus Scheme.
  • Company vehicle or mileage scheme (role dependent).
  • PPE and tools provided.
  • Training and support towards professional development (e.g. NVQs, technician grades, certificates).
  • Opportunity to work on a wide range of interesting ground investigation projects.

Job will require travelling and working away from home.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £13.85-£16.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Life insurance
  • Sick pay

Work Location: In person

Let Employers Find YouUpload Your Resume