Graduate Geologist

Company
Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Location
Coventry
Salary
£26,000 - £30,000 per annum

Full Job Description

Graduate Engineering Geologist

Location: Coventry

Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 (Dependent on Experience)

About the Role

An established environmental and engineering consultancy is looking to appoint a Graduate Engineering Geologist to join their expanding Coventry team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or someone with up to one year of industry experience to begin their career within a supportive and experienced consultancy.

You will gain hands-on experience working on a wide variety of ground investigation, geotechnical, and contaminated land projects, supporting developments from initial site investigations through to reporting and project delivery. With a combination of site work, office-based reporting, and structured training, this role offers excellent long-term career progression.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary package.
  • Excellent annual leave allowance.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Life assurance and employee wellbeing support.
  • Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
  • Travel allowance for site visits.
  • Ongoing training and mentoring from experienced engineers and geologists.
  • Professional development towards chartership.

Main Responsibilities

  • Assist with ground investigations on a variety of sites.
  • Log soil and rock samples in accordance with industry standards.
  • Carry out groundwater and ground gas monitoring.
  • Support Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments.
  • Collect environmental and geotechnical samples for laboratory testing.
  • Prepare factual reports with support from senior colleagues.
  • Maintain accurate site records and technical documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental procedures.
  • Assist with data interpretation and technical report preparation.
  • Liaise professionally with clients, contractors, and the wider project team.

Requirements

  • Degree in Engineering Geology, Geology, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.
  • Previous site investigation experience through a placement, internship, or graduate role is beneficial but not essential.
  • A willingness to work outdoors and travel to project sites across the UK.
  • Strong communication and report writing skills.
  • Good organisational skills and a proactive approach to learning.
  • Full UK driving licence (or working towards obtaining one).

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Graduate Engineering Geologist looking to develop their technical skills and build a long-term career within a respected environmental and engineering consultancy.

For more information on this or similar opportunities, please contact Caitlin Richards.

This is a permanent opportunity. Penguin Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this vacancy.

Location
Coventry
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£26,000 - £30,000 per annum
Industry
Life Sciences
Closing Date
3rd September 2026
Apply Now
Share this listing

Other opportunities you might be interested in

Those who are typically interested in this role may also like to consider these other opportunities
View all vacancies

Where to Next

It can be a bit overwhelming to think about your career path. The choices seem endless. Use the links below to help whittle down your options.

The Career Pathway Quiz

Finding your ultimate career is just a few answers and clicks away.
Get started

related job roles

Use our handy jobs index to learn all about science-related careers
Job roles

Advice & Guidance

From CVs to interview questions - all you need to know about getting that dream job.
Take me there
chevron-downchevron-rightarrow-leftarrow-right linkedin facebook pinterest youtube rss twitter instagram facebook-blank rss-blank linkedin-blank pinterest youtube twitter instagram