Geotechnical Engineer

Job title:

Geotechnical Engineer

Company

RSK Group

Job description

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.

#geotechnical #engineering #rskfamilyRSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.CAN Engineering is a UK-based geotechnical engineering and access contractor. We undertake large-scale ground stabilisation and specialist access projects. Our geotechnical engineering division is involved with undertaking soil slope and rock face stabilisation work, installing rockfall protection measures, constructing retaining walls and providing sprayed concrete and structural reinforcement drilling and grouting. Our structures division offers structural repairs, construction support, inspection, testing and maintenance, blasting, painting, rigging and lifting at height. The multifaceted work is supported by rope access and confined space expertise, including bespoke access solutions.CAN also has a large fleet of bespoke drilling and access equipment and facilities for design, manufacture, modification and repair. We provide solutions to complex jobs and overcome challenging access scenarios, thereby minimising public disruption. We hold the necessary health, safety, environmental and quality registrations. We are based in the UK (Chesterfield, Kent, Bristol, Glasgow) and the Republic of Ireland (Dublin).CAN Engineering is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues’ growth. We’re committed to preserving RSK’s people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.If you’re passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?

Expected salary

£30000 – 40000 per year

Location

Chesterfield, Derbyshire

Job date

Sat, 07 Sep 2024 06:39:19 GMT

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