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Trainee Fieldwork Operative
Kick‑start your career in the Geoenvironmental Industry
Soiltechnics are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join one of the UK’s leading consultancies, specialising in ground investigations and structural assessments.
As a Trainee Fieldwork Operative, you will be in a hands-on, site-based role supporting the investigation teams. You’ll gain practical experience across a wide range of projects throughout the UK, supporting essential site and building investigation activities and working alongside experienced engineers and other field specialist disciplines.
About Soiltechnics
Soiltechnics is a UK‑based consultancy specialising in geoenvironmental, geotechnical and building fabric investigations. Projects are undertaken nationally across all major economic sectors. The investigations provide clients and their design team a clear understanding of the risks associated with development, enabling safe and sustainable development.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Undertaking excavations to assist with site investigations
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Undertaking concrete breakouts, concrete drilling and diamond coring to assist with building fabric investigations
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Working alongside engineers and drilling teams on a variety of construction, industrial, commercial and retail sites
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Recording site data and assisting with basic documentation
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Preparing and maintaining equipment
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Following strict health, safety, and environmental procedures at all times
Our Fieldwork Team supports both Ground Investigation and Structural Fabric operations. Projects vary from rural greenfield sites to complex demolition projects in central London. The role may involve working in confined spaces or at height (e.g. scaffolding or scissor lifts), so a strong commitment to safety is essential.
How you’ll work
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Primarily site based (approximately 90%)
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Time spent in the Northampton office for equipment preparation, logistics, maintenance and training.
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Travel to sites across the UK (company vehicles provided)
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is:
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Practical, reliable and eager to learn
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Comfortable working outdoors in varied environments
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A strong team player with the ability to take initiative
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Methodical, adaptable and proactive in problem-solving
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Good communication skills and positive attitude
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A willingness to
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undertake physical, hands-on work
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work remotely and stay away on projects
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work outside of normal office hours
You’ll need the following:
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A minimum of 5 GCSEs (Grade 4 or above), including Maths and English.
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A-Level, Level 3 BTEC or equivalent qualification (or working toward)
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Basic IT skills (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
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UK Driving Licence
With the exception of a driving licence don’t worry if your qualifications don’t quite match – there’s flexibility, and we’re happy to discuss opportunities. Any relevant work experience, interests or extra qualifications are welcome.
What’s in it for you?
Pay & Benefits
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Starting from £23k plus site pay and expenses.
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Basic 40‑hour working week
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Private healthcare
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Discounted gym membership
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Wellbeing support programme
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25 days holiday + bank holidays
Support & Development
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Ongoing training and professional development
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A clear development plan
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Support to gain relevant qualifications
