Senior Geotechnical Engineer
confidential · Motherwell, North Lanarkshire
Senior Geotechnical Engineer at confidential, based in Motherwell, North Lanarkshire, paying £38,000 - £45,000 per annum. This is a contract role.
- Salary
- £38,000 - £45,000 per annum
- Location
- Motherwell, North Lanarkshire
- Contract
- Contract
- Posted
- 4 days ago
- Closes
- 6 Nov 2026
- Sector
- Engineering & Manufacturing
18% below the typical rate for engineering & manufacturing
Reference jobs/308720-Senior-Geotechnical-Engineer
About the role
(Commutable from Hamilton, Glasgow, Motherwell, Livingston and surrounding areas)
First Achieve engineering recruitment are recruiting on behalf of our client a well- established and growing engineering consultancy within the ground investigation sector.
We're seeking an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to manage complex site investigation projects and deliver high-quality technical reporting.
About the role
- Manage and supervise ground investigation projects on site
- Oversee drilling rigs and site teams, ensuring safe delivery
- Carry out soil/rock logging, trial pitting, and in-situ testing
- Undertake groundwater and gas monitoring/sampling
- Produce accurate site records and interpretative reports
- Lead on H&S compliance, RAMS, inductions, and site safety
- Liaise directly with clients throughout project delivery
Requirements for consideration
- Degree qualified (Geology / Geotechnical / Hydrogeology or similar)
- Experience managing ground investigation projects/contracts
- Strong report writing and communication skills
- Chartered or working towards chartership
- Full UK driving licence
Benefits Package
- Pay grade up to £45,000 for the right candidate
- 33 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)
- Pension, life cover (3x salary)
- Health cash plan & wellbeing benefits
- Training & career development support
- Flexible benefits & discounts
Please note this role does not offer sponsorship, for any further information please do not hesitate to get in touch with one of our engineering experts on [phone removed]
Reference: jobs/308720-Senior-Geotechnical-Engineer · Posted 4 days ago · Closes 6 Nov 2026 · Listed via confidential
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