Senior Geologist

**Engineering Geologist - Bristol/ Cardiff**

At Arup, we design and deliver ground-breaking and iconic projects through our infrastructure, consulting, building design and provision of specialist technical services. Independent in ownership and spirit, we're a global firm of engineers, designers, consultants and technical experts who use our skills to make a positive difference in the world.

Our global engineering geology expertise underpins Arup's project work, from design of buildings and infrastructure to consulting advice for city resilience. We advise on projects in water, energy, rail, highways, aviation, dams, mining, reservoirs, tunnels & underground spaces, flood mitigation and sustainable water management strategies.

As one of the world's leading building and infrastructure design consultancies, we offer clients the innovation and technical know-how to deliver their projects on schedule and budget continually, but without compromise.

We currently have an opportunity for an Engineering Geologist to join our Bristol Geotechnics team. From your first day, you'll join an unrivalled community of experts, where everyone is supported in their career path and encouraged to work towards a professional qualification.

Due to our design teams' multi-disciplinary nature, you will also work alongside experts in other Arup disciplines. Our operating structure requires you to support the team across the region you work within and may require you to work in any of our offices from time to time to support workload, network development and skill development.

**Responsibilities and duties**
- Keen interest in working in a digital space with an aim towards proficiency in 3D Digital Ground Modelling using various software packages including ArcGIS, Leapfrog, Bentley products and Civil3D, Scripting in languages such as VBA and python;
- Day to day use of different software such as ArcGIS, gINT, Civil3D and other geological and geotechnical software packages; Geohazard assessment and mitigation/remediation design;
- Preparation of geotechnical desk studies, including aerial photograph analysis and walkovers including the preparation of conceptual ground models;
- Performing a wide variety of technical, field and office-based work providing engineering geology/geotechnical input to engineering projects;
- Technical design, procurement, monitoring, laboratory scheduling and interpretation of site investigations for a wide variety of ground conditions in a range of environments;
- Report writing, including geotechnical interpretative reports, environmental impact statements and reporting for engineering works including earthworks, slope stability, retaining structures and foundations.

**About you**
- A Bachelor's degree in Geology, Engineering Geology or similar Engineering-based degree
- Preferably a post-graduate qualification (Masters or PhD) in Engineering Geology, Geotechnics or similar Engineering-based degree.
- Membership of a professional organisation such as the Geological Society of London or similar
- ie: Chartered with the Geological Society of London or similar or working towards becoming a professionally chartered member.
- Enthusiasm for a career in Engineering Geology, underpinned by a knowledge and understanding of our sector and work and an analytical thought process.
- Experience of ground investigation design and interpretation.
- Rounded engineering knowledge supplemented with a good understanding of sustainable development principles, digital design and automation.

**Rewards and Benefits**

We offer a competitive salary at all levels, and one of the best benefits packages in our sector.

Core benefits include cover under the UK Healthcare Plan (private medical insurance), Life Assurance, Accident Insurance, and Income Protection (long term disability) cover. Core benefits are funded by us and made available to all permanent staff in order to support and safeguard your financial, physical, and mental wellbeing. You will also have access to Choice Benefits to help with your work/life balance and financial security.

In addition, all permanent employees are eligible for the Global Profit Share scheme. Subject to scheme rules employees can receive two Profit Share payments per year, which are dependent on the firm’s financial performance.

Different people, shared values.

At Arup, we believe when talented people collaborate, great things are possible. Arup hires people with proven skills and open minds. We are taking deliberate action to create an inclusive culture that is grounded in our purpose to shape a better world.

At Arup, we appreciate that everyone’s circumstances are different and having the freedom to flex the way we work is essential to our wellbeing. If flexibility matters to you let us know when you apply, and we will discuss how this could work in your role.

**Our Application Process**

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