Principal Geologist for Lands and Planning

2 weeks ago


Derby, United Kingdom Hanson UK Full time

Hanson UK are committed to fulfilling our role in meeting the UK government's ambitions and our parent company, HeidelbergCement Group, has signed the Business Ambition for 1.5ºC Commitment and joined the UN's Race to Zero campaign. Our route to decarbonisation has been ongoing for many years and we have made significant headway. We have a roadmap in place, which includes a number of important areas that will help us achieve net zero.

We have an exciting opportunity to join Hanson UK in the critical role of Principal Geologist. Working in the Hanson UK Land and Mineral Resources Department, the successful applicant will be a key member of our dedicated team of geologists providing specialist advice and support to all business lines to ensure safe and effective management and development of Hanson's mineral resources. The position is ideal for an ambitious, mid-level geologist looking to step up, or a senior level geologist seeking a new and exciting challenge. It is expected that the successful applicant will be a Chartered Geologist and have achieved at least 7 years relevant post-graduate experience working in the UK minerals extractive industry.
**Description of Team / Department**:
Land and Mineral Resources Department

**Purpose of / Responsibilities of the role**:

- Co-ordinate and provide geological services to all business lines
- Manage company mineral reserves and resource assets including assessment of mineral resources for acquisition
- Provide advice on environmental permitting including waste, mines waste, water discharge and abstraction
- Prepare quarry development and mineral extraction schemes in association with operations management, engineering geologists and other Land and Mineral department colleagues
- Prepare designs and appraisals for geotechnical hazards including excavations, tips and lagoons

**Skills / Experience**:
BSc (Hons) (geosciences and preferably with an applied geology bias)

Chartered Geologist

Minimum 7 years experience in the minerals/quarrying industry preferably with an aggregates bias

Proficient use of MS Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint; and other software relevant to quarry design e.g. LSS.

Strong project / line management experience

**Excellent Remuneration and Benefits**:

- Excellent remuneration packages
- Agile working / Flexible working policies in place
- Various incentive bonus schemes
- 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays)
- Paid day off to Volunteer every year
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Sabbatical leave
- Family friendly policies in relation to maternity and more
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice/support 24/7
- Trained mental health first aiders
- Benefits supporting you and your family, such as Cycle to work, voluntary Life assurance, free eye tests.
- Leading pension scheme offering with generous contributions from Hanson.
- 24/7 access to an online employee discount platform. Save money on everything from groceries, electronics, fashion, holidays, gym memberships, and much more.
- Access to discounted private medical benefits
- Ongoing training and development and opportunities to help further your career.
- A comprehensive structured induction programme.
- Experience within a well-respected global market leader.

**Additional Details**:
**Location**:Derby
**Full Time / Part Time**:full time
**Working Hours**:40.00 hrs
**Contract Type**:Permanent
**Shift Description**:9 to 5, 5 days a week
**Company Vehicle**:car

**Closing Date**:21/03/23
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