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Industrial Placement Geo Consultant - Newcastle (September 2025)

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Hydrock

3mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Newcastle

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing a relevant degree, eager to learn soil logging and AutoCAD, a self-motivated team player, and embody energy, positivity, and strong interpersonal skills.
  • You will assist in geo-environmental consultancy, manage assessments, conduct fieldwork, and prepare reports for clients in property and development sectors.

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

  • 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 of the Industrial Placement Geo Consultant position?

The position is located in Newcastle.

When is the anticipated start date for this role?

The anticipated start date for this role is September 2025.

Will I need a visa to work in this position?

Yes, you will need to be eligible to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship, as we cannot provide a Skilled Worker visa for this position.

What kind of support will I receive during the placement?

You will receive support from a wealth of geotechnical and geo-environmental talent as part of our experienced team.

What qualifications do I need to apply for this role?

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

Will I have opportunities to gain practical experience?

Yes, you will be involved in both site-based fieldwork as well as office-based reporting.

Is there an opportunity for personal and professional development?

Yes, we offer opportunities to develop both soft and technical skills, along with inspiring and supportive colleagues.

How many days of holiday do employees receive?

Employees receive 25 days of holiday, with the option to buy/sell up to five additional days and accrue 1 extra day every 2 years.

Do we offer flexible working options?

Yes, we offer a huge range of flexible benefits, including options such as climate perks and an EV car leasing scheme.

What is the process for application and interview?

After submitting your application, our Talent Acquisition Team will conduct an initial phone pre-screen, followed by a formal interview if shortlisted.

Are there values that the company encourages in its employees?

Yes, qualities like energy, enthusiasm, positivity, and a can-do attitude are part of our company values.

How does the company support diversity and inclusion?

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, creating a safe environment that nurtures employees to perform at their best and ensuring a fair selection process.

Can I connect with the company on social media for updates?

Yes, you can connect with us on our LinkedIn page for the latest updates and news.

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.