Geotechnical Site Technicians / Dynamic Sample Drillers
A F Howland Associates
Perform geotechnical field testing and dynamic sampling on site.
11 days ago ago
£25,000 - £35,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Stamford, England, United Kingdom
Field
Company Size
200 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Geotechnical Engineering
Geoenvironmental Engineering
Site Investigation
Civil Engineering
Roads and Highways
Tunnels
Earthworks
Slope Stability
Role
What you would be doing
cbr testing
soakaway testing
site testing
groundwater sampling
dynamic sampling
plate load
- Perform CBR determinations using a variety of equipment
- Perform soakaway/infiltration testing
- Undertake a diverse range of site based in-situ testing
- Carry out groundwater sampling and gas monitoring
- Operate dynamic sampling/probing using a mini tracked drilling rig
- Conduct Plate Load Tests
What you bring
in-situ testing
cscs certification
nvq level2
b+e licence
self-manage
reliability
- Ability to self-manage
- Prior experience with in-situ soil testing
- Demonstrable aptitude for learning new field test procedures
- General site experience with CSCS certification
- Level 2 NVQ in land drilling
- Demonstrate aptitude for learning new field test procedures and some office duties
- High degree of reliability and trustworthiness
- Self-manage workload and demonstrate personal pride in work quality
- Work with a high degree of reliability and trustworthiness during lone working
- Ability to tow a trailer (B+E licence)
Compensation: £25,000 - £35,000 / year
- Life Assurance
- 30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Professional development opportunities
- Contributory Pension (the company will match employee contributions up to 5% of gross salary)
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Company
Overview
1982
Year Established
Marks the company's origins and long-standing industry presence.
- Has built a reputation for delivering high-quality, sustainable engineering solutions.
- Specializes in a broad range of sectors, including energy, infrastructure, residential, commercial, and transport.
- Known for its long-standing relationships with clients, having worked on projects that span decades.
- Projects range from small-scale residential developments to large infrastructure works and energy projects.
- The firm is committed to integrating innovative technology in its designs, focusing on creating cost-effective solutions.
- Has a strong track record in the utility and transport sectors, providing key infrastructure that supports growth and sustainability.
- Delivering high‑quality geotechnical, geo‑environmental, and site investigation services.
- Employing state‑of‑the‑art technology and practical, solution‑focused approaches.
- Years of experience ensuring dependable and accurate project outcomes.
- Building strong relationships through tailored services and collaborative expertise.
- Rigorous standards to provide precise and actionable data.
35 t CO₂e
2022 Carbon Footprint
The company's carbon footprint was measured at 35 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent in 2022.
21% Reduction
Year-on-Year Emissions Reduction
The company achieved a significant reduction in carbon emissions by implementing energy efficiency measures and optimizing operations.
100% Carbon Removal
Net-Zero Target Achievement
The company has permanently removed all prior carbon emissions, aligning with its net-zero commitment.
- Partnership with Patch.io for carbon removal through affirmative actions like afforestation and biochar.
- Detailed emissions breakdown: Scope 1 (0 t), Scope 2 (3.39 t), Scope 3 (24.15 t) in 2023.
X% male
Workforce Gender
Reported gender distribution of the workforce via LinkedIn.
Y% female
Workforce Gender
Reported gender distribution of the workforce via LinkedIn.
- Established targeted hiring goals to increase representation of women in technical roles by Z% within two years
- Conducted unconscious bias training for all employees in 2024
- Implemented gender pay gap review with action plan to close identified disparities by 2026
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