Geoenvironmental Technician

About the role

The role sits within the GeoConsultancy Services team which is a multi-disciplinary consultancy providing expertise in Geoenvironmental Investigations and Construction Materials, sampling & testing. These include geotechnical investigations, design and advice; metalliferous mining investigations and remediation; contaminated land investigations and environmental monitoring, including air and water quality, landfill sites and ground-borne gas investigations.

The role would involve provision of accurate and professional surveying, sampling & testing services in accordance with existing policies & standards; and industry practice;

Projects you’ll work on

We work collaboratively with the Local Authority, CORSERV group of companies and external customers to deliver services across Cornwall & the South West in line with our 4-year Business Plan. Working alongside other engineers and technicians you will be assisting them with project management tasks, conducting and reporting geoenvironmental desk studies. A fundamental part of the role will be to successfully organise & manage surveying, sampling & testing programmes and assist with geotechnical investigations.  This will involve mainly fieldwork, including working with the consultancy’s windowless sampling and rotary percussive drilling rigs; collecting and assimilating data; scheduling testing programmes and the preparation of technical reports. You will also be expected to undertake hand excavations and highway reinstatements following Ground Investigation activities.

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About you

We are looking for you to bring:

• Strong focus on health and safety
• Proven experience of geoenvironmental and geotechnical investigation, sampling and testing
• Good report writing and communication skills
• Good analytical skills
• Good IT skills
• UK Driving License (covering manual vehicles)

Our offer to you

Salary: up to £29,243 depending on experience

Working Hours: 37hrs per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Base: This role is office and site based with potential to work from home occasionally.

Close date: Midnight 19th May 2026

Interviews: 29th May 2026