Graduate Geo-environemental Engineer

Job description

Graduate Geo-environmental Consultant - LeicestershireAre you a Graduate Geo-environmental Consultant looking to start your career with a supportive and growing consultancy in Leicestershire? This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate Geo-environmental Consultant with a geology or environmental background to gain hands‐on experience across a wide range of site investigation and environmental projects while developing your technical skills and career.

A great opportunity to launch your careerIf you are a recent graduate with a passion for geology, environmental science, and ground investigation, this role will give you the chance to work on diverse projects across the UK while learning from experienced professionals. As a Graduate Geo-environmental Consultant, you will gain practical field experience, develop reporting skills, and build a strong foundation within the industry.

About the companyMy client is a well-established environmental and geotechnical consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality site investigation and geo-environmental services. They work across a variety of sectors including residential, commercial, and infrastructure developments. Their team prides itself on mentoring early-career professionals and providing the support needed to help graduates grow into confident consultants.

The role and responsibilitiesAs a Graduate Geo-environmental Consultant, you will gain experience both on‐site and in the office, supporting a range of environmental and ground investigation projects.

Assisting with Phase 1 desk studies and environmental risk assessments

Supporting and supervising site investigations and ground investigations

Logging soil and rock samples during site works

Coordinating laboratory testing of soil and groundwater samples

Assisting with groundwater and gas monitoring programmes

Supporting the preparation of factual and interpretive reports

Working closely with senior consultants and project managers

Ensuring health and safety procedures are followed during site works

Must have skills and experience

A degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Geo-environmental Engineering, or a related discipline

A strong interest in contaminated land, ground investigation, or environmental consultancy

Good written and verbal communication skills

A proactive attitude and willingness to learn

The ability to work both independently and as part of a team

A full UK driving licence (or working towards obtaining one)

Salary and benefits

Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per year (dependent on experience)

Company pension scheme

Ongoing training and mentoring from experienced consultants

Opportunity to gain professional development and industry experience

Exposure to a wide range of projects and sectors

Additional informationYou will be based in Leicestershire, with a mixture of office work and site-based work across various project locations. This role offers excellent long-term development for a Graduate Geo-environmental Consultant looking to progress within environmental and geotechnical consultancy. My client encourages professional development and supports employees as they build their careers in the geo-environmental sector.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English