Job Description

Job title - Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologist

Location: Hinckley Point C (on-site)

Contract length: 3 to 6 months

Working hours / Rotation: 10 days on, 4 days off shift pattern

Rate: Inside R35

Randstad Sourceright, a leading provider of RPO & MSP Recruitment Services is currently recruiting for a Engineering Geologist / Geotechnical Engineer to work for Balfour Beatty, the largest construction and infrastructure provider in the UK.

The Role:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Geotechnical Engineer to join the established team in Hinckley on a 3-6 month contract basis.
The job is to work in a tunnel environment, where they are doing concurrent mining.
You will be working on shaft connections. These are small tunnels connecting to the main tunnel with some vertical shafts. They have 6 in total; 3 main tunnels, 2 small 20m long connection tunnels. 2 are almost completed, 4 more are to be completed.

The successful candidate will have a good experience in performing geological mapping, a bonus would be face mapping. Most of the time you would be based inside the tunnel.

Responsibilities:

• Carry out geological/geotechnical face mapping during tunnel excavation works.

• Perform rock bolt pull-out testing.

• Supervise and record all probe hole drilling works.

• Produce all the appropriate quality geotechnical records.

• Attend the Daily Review Meeting (DRM) and provide feedback on all geological/geotechnical-related issues.

• Assist in the preparation of relevant documentation for the DRM Meeting.

• Verify the implementation of the Required Excavation Support Sheet (RESS) instructions on-site and report any changes in methods.

• Check conformity with design provisions and drawings.

• Collaborate with the construction team and workforce to ensure proper and accurate completion of all geological/geotechnical-related tasks.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations and quality standards.

Key Skills and experience required:

• BSc in Geology / Geotechnical Engineering

• Knowledge of Geological mapping; face mapping would be beneficial

• Previous experience in geotechnical or tunnelling projects

• Proven experience in a similar role, with hands-on technical experience

• Knowledge of rock mass classification systems application and monitoring methods for tunnelling works

• Fit to work in the underground environment

• Good reporting, computer and communication skills

Additional Considerations:

• Vetting will be done before you can start this role

• It takes 1 month to complete training before going inside the tunnel

• As shifts can be 10 hours, with gaps in between, you will need to live / stay close to the site near Bridgwater, Somerset during your 10 days on rotation

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. While the hiring process may not be expedited, we urge all interested candidates to submit their applications promptly to ensure their consideration.

To apply, please follow the instructions on our application portal. We look forward to receiving your application