Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Geotechnical Engineer
Geotechnical Engineer at Penguin Recruitment Ltd, based in Durham, North East England, paying £32,000 - £38,000 per annum. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £32,000 - £38,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Durham, North East England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Engineering & Manufacturing
25% below the typical rate for engineering & manufacturing
Reference 57559071
About the role
Geotechnical Engineer (Durham)
Reference: BY284105
Salary: £32,000 - £38,000
This is an exciting opportunity for an engineering geologist or geotechnical engineer looking for a new position in the ground investigation industry. The specialist contractors, based in County Durham are seeking an ambitious engineer to join the team on a range of positions across the North East. You'll be provided with industry leading training, varied work and excellent opportunities to apply your skills to.
The Geotechnical Engineer selected will be offered:
- A top salary (£32,000 - £38,000), plus pay for overtime.
- Fantastic benefit scheme including private medical insurance.
- Company vehicle provided.
- Expert training provided where required.
- Enhanced company pension scheme.
The Geotechnical Engineer will be:
- Overseeing ground investigations and piling work.
- Borehole logging and coring.
- Soil sampling.
- Factual report writing.
- Complying with health and safety practices.
- Liaising with team members.
To be considered for this Geotechnical Engineer position you should therefore have a degree in a relevant subject, for example geology, geotechnical engineering, geography or civil engineering. Prior experience in geotechnical engineering, geo-environmental engineering or engineering geology is essential. You must also live commutable to Durham, hold a full UK driving licence (travelling to site will be essential) and have a full right to work in the UK.
If you are interested in this or other roles Engineering/Remediation roles please do not hesitate to contact Beth Young on . We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to www.penguinrecruitment.co.uk. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.
Reference: 57559071 · Posted 53 minutes ago · Closes 23 Dec 2026 · Listed via Penguin Recruitment Ltd
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