Geotechnical Specialist - Soil Testing exp. Vital - HUNTER MASON CONSULTING LIMITED : Job Details

Do you want to work in an exciting and challenging role that facilitates subsoil reuse and waste removal from the construction industry? The ideal candidate will have a firm scientific grounding, professional demeanor, and be prepared to get their hands dirty now and then. A hardworking, can-do attitude is a must.

Objective roles and responsibilities

• Manage large Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental data sets • Check data against site-specific criteria and specifications • Read, Interpret and Fundamentally Understand Earthwork Specifications and Industry Standards • Supervise / Manage collection of data onsite • Liaise with 3rd party testing houses • Contribute to the project compliance and quality teams • Scheduling testing • Record keeping • Purchasing • In-house sampling as required

Initial roles and responsibilities

This role would ideally suit a candidate with previous employment in a geotechnical testing house although other experience will be considered. The ideal candidate will have the ability to expand into a more technical oversight and responsibility of quality assurance for large scale earthworks projects. Capturing crucial data at key project milestones is as important as regular validation testing. Working alongside site and project managers is required. Soil management/testing experience is a MUST.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2nd class Degree, HND or Equivalent from Higher Education in a Geo-Technical, Environmental, or Scientific discipline • CSCS / NPORS Carded individuals would be attractive for quick deployment to 3rd party sites. • WAMITAB would be reviewed also

Necessary Skills

• Analytical / Manipulation of scientific data • Ability to factor practical considerations of site work and testing / sampling times as part of wider project goals • Communication at all levels - Excavator drivers to Chartered Environmental Consultants. • Report Writing • IT Skills - MS Office • Drivers license

Please note that this role is office-based with regular site visits and soil management/testing experience is a MUST.