Engineering Geologist

Location
Glasgow, Lanarkshire, United Kingdom
Capabilities
Environmental
Office Setup
Hybrid
Job ID
\#40067

Market
Environmental
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission\-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting\-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact
As part of a global team of over 400 geoscientists, geotechnical engineers and tunnelling experts, supporting geological input across all project stages. You will provide technical guidance, support and advice to the wider Jacobs business and our clients across a wide scope of activities including ground characterisation, slope stability evaluation and rock engineering,

Playing a key part in the delivery of innovative solutions your remit will include:

• Preparation of geotechnical desk studies.


• Design and supervision of ground investigations.


• Interpretation of ground investigation data to prepare ground models and prepare factual and interpretative reports.


• Carry out geological/geomorphological mapping for the assessment of rock slope hazards and natural terrain hazards.


• Assess geological/geotechnical information and assist with developing detailed design recommendations for our clients.


• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and assist with the management of geotechnical risk on projects.


• Maintain up\-to\-date knowledge of industry trends, standards, and best practices.

Here's what you'll need
We would be delighted to hear from candidates who have a real mix of the following skills, experience and attributes:

Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Earth Sciences or Geoscience, and ideally, an MSc in Engineering Geolog, Chartered or working towards Chartered status.

• A sound understanding of geotechnical risk, and how this can be managed on projects


• 2\-4 years experience in a consulting, GI Contractor, or construction environment


• Confident in the use of GIS software.


• Ground modelling expertise including the use of software e.g. OpenGround, Leapfrog.


• Level 1 IRATA rope access qualification or a willingness to obtain this (full training will be provided by Jacobs).

\#\-LINM1

Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well\-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs.

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here.

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As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

We value collaboration and believe that in\-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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