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DATE POSTED: September 11, 2023

POSITION: GRADUATE GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER

LOCATION: CAMBRIDGE
SALARY: Negotiable plus benefits

START DATE: As soon as a suitable candidate has been found

A Graduate Geotechnical Engineer is required to join the geotechnical engineering division operating from the company’s Cambridge office, to work on a range of site investigation projects across East Anglia, the south of England and further afield.

As a minimum, candidates should have a degree in a relevant subject, a full UK driving license, excellent communications skills (both written and verbal), organisational skills and a keen interest in learning new skills.

The role will involve a combination of site and office-based work, predominantly based around the specification, operation, management and interpretation of geotechnical and geoenvironmental investigation. Graduate Engineers will be trained to undertake field tasks such as machine trial pit excavations, supervising borehole drilling, undertaking infiltration testing, ground gas monitoring, groundwater sampling and researching geological, hydrogeological, historical, topographical and environmental site information. You will also learn how geotechnical engineers provide foundation recommendations, advice on ground conditions, soil infiltration, undertaking stage one, two and three contamination assessments and remediation verification.

Harrison Group Environmental are geotechnical and environmental specialists that have been providing expert and cost-effective investigation, testing and consultancy services for over 45 years. We are a progressive employer offering a competitive remuneration package including: a negotiated salary, profit sharing and company pension scheme; and the added benefit of being part of a successful and vibrant group of professionals, with opportunities for career progression.

If you are interested in developing your skills and making a significant contribution within a successful, established team, then please submit your cv, by email, to: recruitment@harrisongroupuk.com

Harrison Group is an equal opportunities employer.

Job Vacancy Details

DATE POSTED: June 22, 2023

POSITION: GRADUATE GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER

LOCATION: NORWICH
SALARY: Negotiable plus benefits

START DATE: As soon as a suitable candidate has been found

A Graduate Geotechnical Engineer is required to join the geotechnical engineering division operating from the company’s Norwich office, to work on a range of site investigation projects across East Anglia, the south of England and further afield.

As a minimum, candidates should have a degree in a relevant subject, a full UK driving license, excellent communications skills (both written and verbal), organisational skills and a keen interest in learning new skills.

The role will involve a combination of site and office-based work, predominantly based around the specification, operation, management and interpretation of geotechnical and geoenvironmental investigation. Graduate Engineers will be trained to undertake field tasks such as machine trial pit excavations, supervising borehole drilling, undertaking infiltration testing, ground gas monitoring, groundwater sampling and researching geological, hydrogeological, historical, topographical and environmental site information. You will also learn how geotechnical engineers provide foundation recommendations, advice on ground conditions, soil infiltration, undertaking stage one, two and three contamination assessments and remediation verification.

Harrison Group Environmental are geotechnical and environmental specialists that have been providing expert and cost-effective investigation, testing and consultancy services for over 45 years. We are a progressive employer offering a competitive remuneration package including: a negotiated salary, profit sharing and company pension scheme; and the added benefit of being part of a successful and vibrant group of professionals, with opportunities for career progression.

If you are interested in developing your skills and making a significant contribution within a successful, established team, then please submit your cv, by email, to: recruitment@harrisongroupuk.com

Harrison Group is an equal opportunities employer.

Job Vacancy Details

DATE POSTED: March 10, 2023

POSITION: EXPERIENCED OR TRAINEE GEOTECHNICAL SITE TECHNICIAN/ DRILLER

LOCATION: NORWICH
SALARY: Negotiable plus benefits

START DATE: As soon as a suitable candidate has been found

POSITION CURRENTLY VACANT

An experienced or trainee Geotechnical Site Technician/Driller is required to join Harrison Testing Services in Norwich, to work on a range of site investigation projects across East Anglia and further afield. Candidates as a minimum should have numeracy and literacy to GCSE level C or equivalent. In house training will be provided, with the potential opportunity to progress to an NVQ 2 Technician for the right candidate. Candidates must have a clean driving licence and be over 21 years old for insurance purposes, they should also be hard working and not afraid to get hands dirty.

Experience as a lead driller operating a dynamic continuous sampling/window sampling rig and at least two years of site investigation experience would be an advantage. The duties and responsibilities cover:

SITE WORK: Working on site collecting samples and testing ground conditions to allow our engineers to compile reports for clients. Involved with sample handling storage and disposal, specialist ground drilling, breaking out ground and digging hand dug excavations and undertaking in-situ testing, including:

• Window Sampling
• Dynamic Probing
• Plate Bearing Tests
• California Bearing Ratio tests (CBRs)
• Sand Replacement Tests
• Density Tests
• TRL Probe testing
• Shear Vane Tests

This list is not exhaustive. Suitable training will be provided, and the candidate will be expected to take a leading role, get actively involved and become an integral part of the team.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your CV, by email, to: recruitment@harrisongroupuk.com.

Job Vacancy Details

DATE POSTED: February 9, 2023

POSITION: GEOTECHNICAL TECHNICIAN (INTERNSHIP)

LOCATION: NORWICH
SALARY: Negotiable

START DATE: Negotiable, but anticipated in June/July 2023

POSITION FILLED

We are pleased to be able to offer the opportunity for an internship in our Norwich office. The role will involve time in our geotechnical engineering and data management departments, which offers a superb opportunity to gain experience in the field, managing data, producing records, plans and 3D models, as well as undertaking fieldwork, monitoring, being shown how we assess the data and provide advice for our clients. Both departments are located in our Kimberley Street office, near the centre of Norwich.

Candidates would be based in our Norwich office for up to one year (the commencement and duration can be flexible to suit your needs), to work on a range of site investigation projects across East Anglia and further afield. The role would be supervised by experienced engineers and technicians, will include full training in all aspects you may be involved in.

In previous years students have enjoyed involvement in a mixture of site and office based work, including field tasks such as machine trial pit excavations, borehole drilling, infiltration testing, ground gas monitoring, groundwater sampling and undertaking research for geological, hydrogeological, historical and topographical site information. You will also learn how engineers provide advice on ground conditions, foundation recommendations, soil infiltration, undertaking stage one, two and three contamination assessments and validating remediation projects. This year, we would like to also offer working with our award-winning data management team, helping to create borehole, trial pit and other fieldwork and monitoring records for engineers from each of our offices, using Excel add-ins connected to Bentley Systems’ HoleBASE SI software. The role will also include learning to produce drawings and plans using HoleBASE SI software as well as producing detailed plans and 3D models in AutoCAD and QGIS to share with our clients.

To be considered for the role of geotechnical technician (intern) candidates should be part way through an undergraduate or graduate degree (e.g. Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Science or a related degree), be proficient with standard computer software, with a good knowledge of programmes including Excel, Word and ideally AutoCAD and GIS software, have a full UK driving licence, excellent communications skills (both written and verbal) and a keen interest in learning new skills. Training and supervision will be provided for fieldwork, monitoring and using specialist software (e.g. AutoCAD and QGIS) where appropriate.

If you are interested in applying for this position please submit your CV, by email, to recruitment@harrisongroupuk.com.

Harrison Group is an equal opportunities employer.

Job Vacancy Details

DATE POSTED: February 7, 2023

POSITION: GRADUATE GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER

LOCATION: NORWICH
SALARY: Negotiable plus benefits

START DATE: As soon as a suitable candidate has been found

POSITION FILLED

A Graduate Geotechnical Engineer is required to join the geotechnical engineering division operating from the company’s Norwich office, to work on a range of site investigation projects across East Anglia, the south of England and further afield.

As a minimum, candidates should have a degree in a relevant subject, a full UK driving license, excellent communications skills (both written and verbal), organisational skills and a keen interest in learning new skills.

The role will involve a combination of site and office-based work, predominantly based around the specification, operation, management and interpretation of geotechnical and geoenvironmental investigation. Graduate Engineers will be trained to undertake field tasks such as machine trial pit excavations, supervising borehole drilling, undertaking infiltration testing, ground gas monitoring, groundwater sampling and researching geological, hydrogeological, historical, topographical and environmental site information. You will also learn how geotechnical engineers provide foundation recommendations, advice on ground conditions, soil infiltration, undertaking stage one, two and three contamination assessments and remediation verification.

Harrison Group Environmental are geotechnical and environmental specialists that have been providing expert and cost-effective investigation, testing and consultancy services for over 45 years. We are a progressive employer offering a competitive remuneration package including: a negotiated salary, profit sharing and company pension scheme; and the added benefit of being part of a successful and vibrant group of professionals, with opportunities for career progression.

If you are interested in developing your skills and making a significant contribution within a successful, established team, then please submit your cv, by email, to: recruitment@harrisongroupuk.com

Harrison Group is an equal opportunities employer.

Job Vacancy Details

DATE POSTED: January 12, 2023

POSITION: GRADUATE GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER

LOCATION: LONDON
SALARY: Negotiable plus benefits

START DATE: As soon as a suitable candidate has been found

POSITION FILLED

A Graduate Geotechnical Engineer is required to join the geotechnical engineering division operating from the company’s London office, to work on a range of site investigation projects across East Anglia, the south of England and further afield.

As a minimum, candidates should have a degree in a relevant subject, a full UK driving license, excellent communications skills (both written and verbal), organisational skills and a keen interest in learning new skills.

The role will involve a combination of site and office-based work, predominantly based around the specification, operation, management and interpretation of geotechnical and geoenvironmental investigation. Graduate Engineers will be trained to undertake field tasks such as machine trial pit excavations, supervising borehole drilling, undertaking infiltration testing, ground gas monitoring, groundwater sampling and researching geological, hydrogeological, historical, topographical and environmental site information. You will also learn how geotechnical engineers provide foundation recommendations, advice on ground conditions, soil infiltration, undertaking stage one, two and three contamination assessments and remediation verification.

Harrison Group Environmental are geotechnical and environmental specialists that have been providing expert and cost-effective investigation, testing and consultancy services for over 45 years. We are a progressive employer offering a competitive remuneration package including: a negotiated salary, profit sharing and company pension scheme; and the added benefit of being part of a successful and vibrant group of professionals, with opportunities for career progression.

If you are interested in developing your skills and making a significant contribution within a successful, established team, then please submit your cv, by email, to: recruitment@harrisongroupuk.com

Harrison Group is an equal opportunities employer.

Job Vacancy Details

DATE POSTED: October 10, 2022

POSITION: TRAINEE GEOTECHNICAL SITE TECHNICIAN / DRILLER / LABOURER

LOCATION: NORWICH
SALARY: Negotiable plus benefits

START DATE: As soon as a suitable candidate has been found

POSITION FILLED

A Trainee Geotechnical Site Technician / Driller / Labourer is required to join Harrison Testing Services based in Norwich, to work on a range of site investigation projects across East Anglia and further afield.

Candidates as a minimum should have numeracy and literacy to GCSE grade C or equivalent. In-house training will be provided, with the potential opportunity to progress to a NVQ level 2 Technician.

Candidates must have a clean driving licence and ideally be a minimum 21 years of age for insurance purposes, you should also be hard-working and not afraid to get your hands dirty.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Working on-site, collecting soil samples and performing in-situ testing to obtain ground information for use in the design of foundations for structures and assessment of ground contamination.

Sample handling, storage and disposal, specialist ground drilling, breaking-out ground, hand-excavation of trial pits and undertaking in-situ testing, including:

• Window Sampling
• Dynamic Probing
• Plate Bearing Testing (PBT)
• California Bearing Ratio testing (CBR)
• Density testing
• TRL Probe testing
• Light Weight Deflectometer testing (LWD)
• Shear Vane testing

This list is not exhaustive. Suitable training will be provided, and the successful candidate will be expected to take a leading role, get actively involved and become an integral part of the team.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your CV, by email, to:
recruitment@harrisongroupuk.com.

Harrison Group is an equal opportunities employer

Job Vacancy Details

DATE POSTED: June 8, 2022

POSITION: GRADUATE GEOTECHNICAL /GEOENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEER

LOCATION: NORWICH
SALARY: Negotiable plus benefits

START DATE: As soon as a suitable candidate has been found

POSITION FILLED

A Graduate Geotechnical /Geoenvironmental Engineer is required to join the geotechnical engineering division operating from the company’s Norwich office, to work on a range of site investigation projects across East Anglia, the south of England and further afield.

As a minimum, candidates should have a degree in a relevant subject, a full UK driving license, excellent communications skills (both written and verbal), organisational skills and a keen interest in learning new skills.

The role will involve a combination of site and office-based work, predominantly based around the specification, operation, management and interpretation of geotechnical and geoenvironmental investigation. Graduate Engineers will be trained to undertake field tasks such as machine trial pit excavations, supervising borehole drilling, undertaking infiltration testing, ground gas monitoring, groundwater sampling and researching geological, hydrogeological, historical, topographical and environmental site information. You will also learn how geotechnical engineers provide foundation recommendations, advice on ground conditions, soil infiltration, undertaking stage one, two and three contamination assessments and remediation verification.

Harrison Group Environmental are geotechnical and environmental specialists that have been providing expert and cost-effective investigation, testing and consultancy services for over 45 years. We are a progressive employer offering a competitive remuneration package including: a negotiated salary, profit sharing and company pension scheme; and the added benefit of being part of a successful and vibrant group of professionals, with opportunities for career progression.

If you are interested in developing your skills and making a significant contribution within a successful, established team, then please submit your cv, by email, to: recruitment@harrisongroupuk.com

Harrison Group is an equal opportunities employer.

Job Vacancy Details

DATE POSTED: June 7, 2022

POSITION: GEOTECHNICAL /GEOENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERS

LOCATION: NORWICH, CAMBRIDGE & LONDON
SALARY: Negotiable plus benefits

START DATE: As soon as suitable candidates have been found

POSITION CURRENTLY VACANT

Harrison Group Environmental are seeking Geotechnical /Geoenvironmental Engineers to join successful teams operating from our Norwich, Cambridge and London offices, to work on a range of site investigation projects.

Candidates should have a degree in a relevant subject and two to six years previous site investigation experience in the UK. The roles will involve a combination of site and office-based work, predominantly based around the specification, operation, management and interpretation of geotechnical and geoenvironmental investigation.

Good project management and report writing skills are essential as is experience in the assessment of geotechnical issues affecting the planning and construction of structures and associated infrastructure. Experience in the planning and implementation of contaminated land investigations is also required along with a working knowledge of undertaking qualitative risk assessments within the UK regulatory framework, providing ground improvement advice and remediation options. More experienced candidates may have knowledge of quantitative (groundwater and human health) risk assessments, remediation options appraisals, remedial design and verification, and geotechnical assessments including slope stability and settlement.

Harrison Group Environmental is a company of geotechnical and environmental specialists that has been providing expert and cost-effective investigation, testing and consultancy services for over 45 years. It is a progressive employer offering a competitive remuneration package including: negotiated salary, profit sharing and company pension scheme; and the added benefit of being part of a successful and vibrant group of professionals, with opportunities for career progression.

If you are interested in developing your skills and making a significant contribution within an established team, then please submit your cv by email, stating your preferred office location to: recruitment@harrisongroupuk.com

Harrison Group is an equal opportunities employer.

Job Vacancy Details

DATE POSTED: March 11, 2022

POSITION: CONTRACT GEOTECHNICAL /GEOENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERS

LOCATION: NORWICH, CAMBRIDGE & LONDON
SALARY: Negotiable

START DATE: As soon as suitable candidates have been found

POSITION CURRENTLY VACANT

In addition to permanent staff, Harrison Group Environmental would be interested to hear from Geotechnical/Geoenvironmental Engineers interested in working on short term contracts of four to six months to work on a range of ground investigation projects.

Candidates should have a degree in a relevant subject and previous ground investigation experience in the UK. Candidates should also hold a current CSCS card and have relevant up to date health and safety training certificates. Contracts would generally involve site-based fieldwork supervision and logging for ground investigation projects, for which experience should be demonstrated.

If you are interested then please submit your cv by email to: recruitment@harrisongroupuk.com

Harrison Group is an equal opportunities employer.