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Industrial Placement Geo Consultant - Almondsbury (September 2025)

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Hydrock

Sep 17

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Science
    Engineering
  • Bristol

AI generated summary

  • You should be pursuing a relevant degree, eager to learn geotechnics, skilled in teamwork, interested in soil logging, AutoCAD, and demonstrate energy and positivity.
  • You will assist in designing and managing geo-environmental projects, conduct site investigations, and prepare risk assessments and reports for various clients.

Requirements

  • Be part-way through a relevant degree, BEng (Hons) or BSc (Hons)
  • A desire to learn from experienced geotechnical and geo-environmental talent
  • An eagerness to learn about soil logging
  • A strong interest in learning how to use AutoCAD
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the willingness to work as part of a team self-motivated team player with excellent interpersonal skills
  • Energy, enthusiasm, positivity, can-do – see our values!

Responsibilities

  • Responsibilities of the role:
  • Working as part of an experienced team to design and deliver geo-environmental consultancy support to a range of clients including property developers, agents, planners, commercial and residential developers
  • Assisting in the design and management of geo-environmental and/or geotechnical assignments including desk studies, ground investigations (factual and interpretative), human health, groundwater and gas risk assessments and preparation of Remediation Method Statements
  • Involvement with both site-based fieldwork as well as office-based reporting

FAQs

What is the location for the Industrial Placement Geo Consultant position?

The position is located in Almondsbury.

When is the anticipated start date for this role?

The anticipated start date for this role is September 2025.

Do I need a visa to work in the UK for this position?

Yes, you will need to be eligible to work in the UK without the company's sponsorship; this role does not provide a Skilled Worker visa.

What qualifications are required for this position?

You need to be part-way through a relevant degree such as BEng (Hons) or BSc (Hons).

What skills are beneficial for this role?

A desire to learn from experienced professionals, eagerness to learn about soil logging, strong interest in using AutoCAD, and strong interpersonal skills are beneficial.

Will I be involved in fieldwork?

Yes, you will be involved with both site-based fieldwork and office-based reporting.

What kind of projects will I work on?

You will be working on geo-environmental consultancy support projects for various clients, including property developers and planners.

How many days of holiday do employees receive?

Employees receive 25 days of holiday, with the option to buy/sell up to five days, and they accrue an additional day off every two years.

Are there opportunities for career progression?

Yes, the company rewards progression and hard work, providing opportunities to develop both technical and soft skills.

How does the company promote diversity and inclusion?

The company is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to creating a safe environment that supports diversity, equity, and inclusion for all employees.

What is the application process like?

After submitting your application, the Talent Acquisition Team will conduct a pre-screening phone call, followed by a formal interview if you progress.

Are there any specific equipment or software skills I should have?

A strong interest in learning how to use AutoCAD is recommended for this role.

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Hydrock

Hydrock is a national multi-disciplinary engineering, energy and sustainability consultancy.

Engineering & Construction
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1995
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Hydrock is a British owned integrated engineering design, energy and sustainability consultancy.We're passionate about three things: creating high-performing buildings and infrastructure; unlocking complex sites; and being a great place to work. We bring buildings to life so people can enjoy them, and we make developments viable to transform our environment and infrastructure.We are known for both our dynamic and entrepreneurial approach to business and our technical excellence. We are also industry leading in the commitment we make to the wellbeing and motivation of our most valuable asset – our people.The capability, enthusiasm and integrity of our people is at the heart of the business. We take pride in working with our clients to achieve outstanding results and we create a real sense of shared purpose within our business. This is what makes Hydrock a great place to work, reflected by being listed in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For survey for the last eight consecutive years. From a UK-wide office network, operating across all sectors, we deliver a blend of engineering design skills from structural and building services engineering, to civils and infrastructure design, to site investigations and geotechnical design, through to transport and highways design. Within our business, we have many specialist skills including fire engineering, acoustic design, flood risk assessments, and micro-simulation modelling, and we have a specialist nuclear consultancy business shaping safety and environmental standards in the nuclear sector. Hydrock is a growing business offering our people challenging and interesting work and a family-oriented, healthy work/life balance. We’re always keen to hear from exceptional people who can help us drive our business forward.