Assistant Geo Environmental Engineer

Graduate / Early-Career Engineering Geologist 📍 Exeter, Devon 🎓 Structured Training | Chartership Support | Site & Office Experience Are you a geology or geotechnical graduate, or someone with up to 3 years’ experience, eager to gain hands-on site and office experience in engineering geology? Our client, a respected geotechnical and site investigation specialist with over 30 years of experience, is expanding their Exeter team. They work with local authorities and major blue-chip organisations across highways, construction, environmental, and utilities sectors — offering exposure to a wide variety of ground conditions and project types. This role provides practical experience from day one and a clear pathway toward professional development and chartership. 🚜 What You’ll Be Doing From your first projects, you’ll gain real-world experience in: * Supporting and supervising ground investigations (trial pits, boreholes, in-situ testing) * Logging soil and rock samples to industry standards * Collecting geotechnical and geo-environmental data * Assisting in interpreting results and contributing to reports * Ensuring site health & safety compliance * Collaborating with drilling crews, engineers, and clients You’ll build a strong technical foundation while developing confidence in delivering elements of projects independently. 🎯 What We’re Looking For * Degree in Engineering Geology, Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related discipline * 0–3 years’ experience (graduate or early-career) * Strong interest in ground investigation and geotechnical engineering * Willingness to work outdoors and travel as required * Good attention to detail, proactive approach, and eagerness to learn * Good communication skills * Full UK driving licence (essential) This role is perfect for someone looking to gain early responsibility in their career and grow under experienced mentors