The role includes drilling using cable percussive or drive in sampling rig with associated hand excavation, sampling and in situ testing;

Duties and Responsibilities:

Drilling using cable percussive and drive in sampling rig. Experience in use of rotary rig desirable, otherwise training would be provided for the right candidate;

• Sampling and labelling of samples of soil, rock and groundwater;
• Driving 4x4 vehicle and towing rig/trailer;
• Record keeping;
• Working outdoors in all weathers;
• Following specifications for site work;
• Maintain an effective line of communication between drilling crews and Site Engineers/Project Managers;
• Contribute to and support maintenance systems for the drilling equipment and vehicles;
• Act in a professional and safe manner supporting the safeguarding of others in the workplace;
• Maintain courteous and professional relations with clients and suppliers and build upon the reputation of the company within the industry;
• Build effective working relationships with others within the company;
• Manage own time to ensure effective use of hours;
• Work with manager to develop personal objectives.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in the contaminated land industry and bring an enthusiastic, confident, and self-motivated outlook, alongside excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

We are looking to expand our team with qualified geo-environmental engineer to complete Phase 1 desk studies and Phase 2 ground investigations and associated consultancy services and reporting.

• Sampling and labelling of samples of soil, rock and groundwater;
• Ability to deliver all stages of geoenvironmental projects to include the coordination of financial and technical input to proposals and management of resources (office and site based), sub-contractors, timescales, and financial performance;
• Produce a wide range of interpretative geo-environmental reports to provide solutions to the client's business needs;
• Adhere to and model high Health and Safety standards, in line with Company procedures;
• Commitment to develop personal CPD and working towards Chartership;
• Engaging and professional communication with colleagues and all stakeholders;

In return we offer:

• A competitive salary;
• Flexible working;
• Quick progress and promotion in small but grooving team with huge potential

Due to continued expansion and success, we are looking to appoint competent, hard-working individuals for the position of ‘Geotechnical Site Technician’ to work in our ground investigation team covering sites in Gatwick and surrounding area. The role will involve working in a team of technicians carryout the physical aspects of intrusive ground investigation, drilling boreholes and excavating trial holes, carrying-out field testing, setting up and managing project sites, monitoring, occasional lab work, and maintenance.

The company will support you to achieve NWQ in Land Drilling, and to eventually be in charge of your own site team as the company grows and expands.

• A strong work ethic;
• Who enjoy working in an outdoor environment;
• Fit and able to cope with moderate level of physical work;
• Confidence in operating plant and machinery;
• Able to take instruction, show respect and be willing to get involved and to learn;
• Polite communication skills, especially when meeting clients;
• Punctual and reliable;
• Someone looking to extend his career with good prospects for promotion and skills development.

In return we offer:

• A competitive salary.
• Paid overtime
• Overnight allowance, accommodation paid, and food & drink allowance (when working away).
• Quick progress and promotion in small but grooving team with huge potential