Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

Graduate Geotechnical Engineer page is loaded Graduate Geotechnical Engineerlocations: Manchester, UK: Bolton, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR100974Come and be a part of our growing Geotechnical team! We have an amazing opportunity for an early-career Engineer to join us in either Manchester or Bolton. This position is ideal for someone who is keen to develop their career in geotechnical engineering and looking to become a chartered geologist (CGeol) or engineer (CEng). You will be able to benefit from on-the-job training from our team of industry professionals and will receive full guidance in working towards chartered status. We also offer a structured career framework, with regular career reviews and outstanding opportunities for progression. Construction Quality Assurance ( CQA) ENGINEER Why choose SLR: SLR are global leaders in environmental and advisory solutions helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with over 5000+ employees across 6 regions - including over 1800 staff across Europe. SLR's 'one team' culture is at the heart of our business; providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance, critical illness cover and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 day's annual leave, SLR offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, and our family friendly policies help balance the needs of professional and family life. The Opportunity: Candidates will be involved in the site based Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) supervision for major landfill and Containment projects such as installation of gas infrastructure, landfill cell construction, landfill capping, earth works and compaction and restoration works as well as supervision of other geotechnical site investigations and construction projects. Site works will be supplemented by development of detailed design, interpretive and factual reporting, scheduling of laboratory testing, health and safety risk assessment and planning. The successful applicant will have to opportunity to be involved in the day to day running of projects around the north of England and further afield with some potential for overseas working. Given the diverse nature of our business, you will be given the opportunity to gain a wide range of experience and work across multiple geoscience disciplines. You: SLR would like to appoint a motivated and organised Engineer. Candidates should be chartered or working towards chartered status and possess a degree in either Civil Engineering, Waste Management, Applied Geology, Engineering Geology or Environmental Geology, an MSc in a related subject would be a bonus.Candidates are required to demonstrate an understanding of landfill guidance, design, construction, CQA, the development and implementation of site investigation and monitoring strategies together with a sound engineering knowledge.Experience in data collection, assessing and reporting on the CQA protocol and methods required to input on other waste related work including engineering containment and landfill site design would be a bonus.The successful candidate must possess excellent communication skills and will form an integral part of the technical support offered within the team.Please note that, due to site travel requirements, a full driving licence valid in the UK is essential for this role. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at SLR We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, and our expectations go beyond purely complying with legislation. Through our Regional DE&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all individuals regardless of their background can thrive. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background, including those from groups that are currently underrepresented at SLR, such as: LGBTQ+ people, ethic minority groups, women, and individuals with visible or invisible disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent. For more information on our commitment to DE&I, and the great work we are doing, please click here: and scroll to the bottom of the page. To apply If you are interested in this opportunity, we'd love to hear from you, so click apply or you can submit your application at: Should you require any special adjustments throughout the recruitment process with us, please let us know. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we seek to ensure all applicants have equitable assistance when applying to SLR.