Geotechnical Engineer

SLR is a global leader in sustainability solutions working with clients to help make sustainability happen within a collaborative people-first culture.

Due to a steadily increasing workload we currently have an opportunity within our Dublin office for an enthusiastic and motivated geologist to join our team. Given the diverse nature of SLRs business the successful candidate will be given the opportunity to gain a wide range of experience and work across multiple geoscience disciplines.

This position is ideal for someone who is keen to further develop their skills and knowledge in engineering geology and/or geotechnical engineering and is or soon to be recognised as a professional chartered geologist (PGeo). SLRs one team culture is at the heart of all our business and provides a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development.

We are seeking an experienced Geologist / Engineering Geologist with a strong technical background and an excellent track record in project management. The role involves mentoring junior staff so effective communication skills are essential.

About the role

With support from senior colleagues initial duties and responsibilities will include:

• Supervision of mineral resource drilling programmes and geological core logging
• Planning procurement and management of ground investigations and preparation of factual and interpretative reports
• Undertaking routine quarry inspections aggregate sampling and sample management
• Generating and manging geological / geotechnical databases;
• Petrographic analyses and preparation of technical reports
• Reviewing interpreting and reporting the results of routine aggregate analysis; and
• Preparing geological Conceptual Site Models.

The position will involve regular site work which may involve working on sites away from home for short periods.

It is desirable that applicants have some experience of using CAD or GIS software.

About you:

Candidates should be able to demonstrate:

• BSc Geology (or related subject) and formal academic training in Earth Science
• Experience of core logging and sampling would be useful
• An effective communicator both verbally and within written reports
• Familiarity with CAD ArcGIS MapInfo or QGIS would be advantageous
• A full driving licence valid in Ireland/the EU

Rewards & Benefits

SLRs One Team culture is at the heart of our business providing a collaborative and supportive environment where people can develop and grow. Through a structured career framework regular performance reviews and support towards chartership professional qualifications and licences we offer excellent opportunities for long-term career progression. Our flexible benefits and reward package includes:

• Competitive salary with discretionary bonus
• Company pension
• Private medical insurance
• Life income and travel insurance
• Salary sacrifice car lease and cycletowork schemes
• Flexible hybrid and agile working
• 25 days annual leave plus flexible public holidays
• Buy or sell leave options
• Core working hours
• Crossborder remote working and sabbatical opportunities
• Enhanced maternity paternity and adoption leave pay
• Workplace Nursery benefit
• Volunteering and Community Giving
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Specialist support for mental health stress and menopause - supporting our people both professionally and personally

Culture & Inclusion

Inclusion is fundamental to who we are. We are committed to equal opportunities and foster a workplace where everyone can thrive supported by active Culture & Inclusion Committees and Employee Networks. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process please let us know and we will be happy to support you.