Geotechnical Site Technicians

4 days ago

Stamford Hill, Greater London, United Kingdom A F Howland Associates Full time

Department:
Fieldwork

Location:
Stamford

Compensation:
£25,000 - £35,000 / year

Description
Contract:
Permanent

Location:
Central office near Stamford, Lincolnshire

Salary:
£25,000 - £35,000 per annum (dependant on experience)

About Us
AF Howland Associates Limited (AFHA)
is a well-established geotechnical and geo-environmental consultancy with offices based across England. Our head office is located in Norwich, Norfolk with a subsidiary office in Long Melford, Suffolk. As part of our ongoing growth, we are opening new offices in Romford (London office) and our Central office near Stamford, Lincolnshire this year, from where we operate nationally on infrastructure, utilities frameworks, and small to large developments on both greenfield and brownfield projects throughout the UK.

We specialise in providing the necessary data to allow the design and construction of engineering projects from the initial ground investigation through to reviewing ground parameters for schemes. This includes the installation of high quality geotechnical and environmental instrumentation for monitoring civil engineering and infrastructure works, ground gas and water quality assessments, and trenchless construction expertise. We have developed our own industry approved software (GEODASY) for geotechnical data processing to enhance our service delivery.

AFHA joined the Celnor Group in December 2023 and benefits from the support of the Group and interaction with other complementary businesses offering inspection, testing, certification and compliance services.

About the Role
Vacancies have become available within our fieldwork team in our Central office near Stamford Lincolnshire. We are seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our team, with roles available for
Geotechnical Site Technicians
and
Dynamic Sampling/Window Sampling Drillers
.

The successful candidates will undertake a diverse range of site based in-situ testing. It is expected that you would have general site experience (CSCS) and that you are able to demonstrate aptitude for learning new field test procedures and some office duties.

The role will be diverse and will require an interest in geotechnical fieldwork. The fieldwork activities will require lone working and a personal pride in your work; a high degree of reliability and trustworthiness are vital attributes. An ability to self-manage is also seen as a necessary feature of the role.

Key Responsibilities

  • Undertake a diverse range of site based in-situ testing
  • Conduct Plate Load Tests
  • Perform CBR determinations using a variety of equipment
  • Carry out groundwater sampling and gas monitoring
  • Perform soakaway/infiltration testing
  • Operate dynamic sampling/probing using a mini tracked drilling rig
  • Demonstrate aptitude for learning new field test procedures and some office duties
  • Work with a high degree of reliability and trustworthiness during lone working
  • Self-manage workload and demonstrate personal pride in work quality
  • Assist with other aspects of the business as may be required

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Essential Requirements:

  • General site experience with CSCS certification
  • Demonstrable aptitude for learning new field test procedures
  • High degree of reliability and trustworthiness
  • Ability to self-manage
  • Interest in geotechnical fieldwork

Desirable:

  • Prior experience with in-situ soil testing
  • Level 2 NVQ in land drilling
  • Ability to tow a trailer (B+E licence)

Salary and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary of £25,000 - £35,000 depending upon experience and provide benefits including:

  • Professional development opportunities
  • 30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
  • Life Assurance
  • Contributory Pension (the company will match employee contributions up to 5% of gross salary)
  • Additional training will be provided where necessary

AF Howland Associates Limited is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter explaining why you're the right fit for this role.

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