GEO - Environmental Consultant

RSK Geosciences are recruiting for a Geo-Environmental Engineer to join the team based in Bristol, UK. This is a full-time, permanent position. The Geosciences team provides consultancy and design services to a range of external clients including engineers, house-builders, oil companies and local authorities. RSK prides itself on providing its staff with a rewarding and challenging career, encouraging Continuous Professional Development and allowing employees to reach their full potential. Responsibilities

• Managing fieldwork activities including supervising drilling and excavation works, and undertaking gas and groundwater monitoring, low-flow groundwater sampling and surface water sampling.
• Undertaking Preliminary Risk Assessments (Phase 1 Desk Studies) and intrusive site investigations for environmental and/or geotechnical purposes in line with national standards and codes of practice
• Supporting the project manager in planning new projects including liaising with subcontractors and suppliers and preparing health, safety, environment and quality (SHEQ) documentation
• Scheduling soil, rock and water samples for chemical and geotechnical laboratory testing
• Writing factual and interpretative reports
• Supporting tender managers in preparing fee proposals. Qualification And Experience
• BSc degree level qualified in Geology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or a related subject essential.
• Up to 3 years previous relevant work experience
• Willing to spend a significant amount of their working day out on site and away from home
• Rock core logging capabilities is advantageous but not essential
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including report writing
• Ability to multi-task, plan and prioritise workload
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Skilled with Microsoft Office applications in particular Word and Excel.
• Proactive approach to professional development with current (or aspiring) membership of a relevant professional body
• Full UK driving licence essential. Salary And Benefits
• Commensurate with Experience
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Free life assurance cover
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, and private health care Engineering Environmental rskfamily