Geotechnical Engineer

3 months ago


Chesterfield, United Kingdom RSK Group Full time

CAN Geotechnical, part of the RSK Group is looking for an Engineering Geologist/Geotechnical Engineer to join their team in Chesterfield. This is a full-time permanent role.

This is an ideal opportunity for candidates with a background in geotechnical engineering to work with a contactor who delivers bespoke design and build solutions. The majority of work that CAN undertakes is the stabilisation of rock and soil slopes.

The role will be office based, but with a significant amount of work undertaking inspections and site visits. The candidate must be willing to undertake IRATA rope-access training and inspections.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Inspection of rock faces, slopes and retaining walls both on foot and using ropes with an experienced rope access supervisor. IRATA rope access training will be provided by CAN.
  • Visits to current slope stabilisation projects to ensure construction is being undertaken in accordance with design.
  • Undertaking detailed design of stabilisation solutions.
  • Preparation of quotations, inspection reports and design documentation.
  • Use of slope stability software and autoCAD.
  • Help to develop CANs design and build capability with an aim to bring more work into the business.

Person Specification:

  • Minimum 3 years experience in a similar role.
  • Practical experience of inspecting rock and soil slopes and use of slope stability software.
  • Bachelors degree in geology/civil engineering or a related subject essential
  • Excellent report writing skills
  • Full, clean driving licence essential

Why Work for CAN:

  • £30-40,000 depending on experience
  • Flexible and home working arrangements
  • Car allowance/company car.
  • Life Assurance (work and leisure)
  • Free financial, mortgage and pensions advice
  • Enhanced maternity pay (10 weeks at full pay if been employed for 52 weeks by the start of the week when the baby is due)
  • Holiday purchase available (up to 5 days per year)
  • Autoenrollment in Aegon pension
  • 24/7 virtual GP service
  • 24/7 mental health support service
  • Expert nutrition consultation
  • Healthcare cash plan
  • Payroll giving
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Discounts with MyGym, Tilsun hire car, Fitbit and Everyman barbers
  • From time-to-time RSK staff share options may become available for purchase
  • CAN is part of RSK who are Investors in People accredited, encouraging the continued training of all our staff - full training will be provided in all job-specific fields.
  • Continued company growth will result in further opportunities.
  • Although we are a growing company, we pride ourselves on the ‘family-feel’ atmosphere.
  • Varied and challenging projects.

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RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.



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