Senior Geotechnical Engineer

Igne Group · Glasgow, Hamilton, United Kingdom
Location
Glasgow, Hamilton, United Kingdom
Work mode
On-site
Type
Full-time
Seniority
Senior
Salary
£45,000–50,000 / year
Posted
13 Oct 2026

Verified open 3 Nov 2026 · Source: Company careers page

About the role

Igne are seeking to appoint Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join the successful and expanding Ground Investigation Division (GI Scotland) based from Hamilton, Glasgow.  You will be responsible for managing large complex ground investigation projects and have the expertise to write first class interpretative reports.  It will be expected that you bring a significant amount of experience and be chartered or actively working towards it.  If you want to join an innovative, fast paced and dedicated company who are making a difference, we would love to hear from you. Key responsibilitiesSite investigation contract supervision / management (of drilling rigs and personnel) and liaising with clientsSoil and rock logging to current guidelinesTrial pitting worksIn-situ testingEnvironmental groundwater / gas monitoring and samplingTimely submission of site information, such as: drilling records, weekly timesheets etcHealth and safety responsibilities in connection with preparing site-specific working practice documentation, site inductions and ensuring site operative welfare and safety.The following are requirements for this positionBachelor or Masters’ degree in a related subject (Geotechnical Engineering, Geology/Hydrogeology and Environmental Science or related discipline)Previous experience in contract management of ground investigation projects Excellent written and oral communication skills and reporting abilitiesAbility to work as part of a teamFull driving licence (travel is required)Salary & BenefitsUp to £45,000 per annum depending on experience 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)Enhanced maternity & paternity payCompany pension, life insurance (3x salary) & sick payHealth cash plan & medical cashbackAnnual leave buy & sell schemeOngoing training & developmentCycle to Work, Green Vehicle & Home/Tech schemesHigh street discounts & long service awardsIn return, we can offer you an exciting career in a rapidly growing entrepreneurial company. We are Igne Group Limited, a synergetic amalgamation of six companies, renowned within our respective fields, with over 350 years of combined experience. A one-stop-shop for pre- and post-construction services. Igne’s six service categories are: ground investigation, testing, unexploded ordnance, drilling specialists, geothermal, and geo-environmental.We are a Disability Confident Employer and signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant; we recruit talented individuals who care about making a positive difference.  We want colleagues to bring their whole selves to work and to be able to be themselves, so equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are core to our company culture and integral to the success of our business.  We believe in the development of our talent, which is why at Igne, you will have many opportunities for training and development within your role.Please note Igne is not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.As part of our commitment to health, safety and wellbeing, all successful candidates will be required to undergo a drug and alcohol screening process before employment commences. Employees are also subject to random and for-cause drug and alcohol testing during employment in accordance with our Drug and Alcohol Policy.

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