Graduate Geologist
Company: Penguin Recruitment
Location: Derby, GB
Type: full time
Salary: GBP26000–28000
Posted: 5/3/2026
Job Description
GRADUATE GEOLOGIST - DerbyRef: BY(phone number removed)Salary: £26,000 - £30,000This is an excellent opportunity for a recent geology graduate seeking an entry level role in the ground investigation and contaminated land sector. Located near Derby with easy access from Nottingham, this position offers the ideal starting point for career development. A Graduate Geologist in this role will gain practical experience, structured training, and exposure to a broad range of projects.What's on offer for the Graduate Geologist:Salary ranging from £26,000 to £30,000Enhanced pension schemeAnnual salary reviews and additional benefitsOngoing professional development and trainingOpportunity to work within a multidisciplinary teamVaried workload supporting rapid career progressionAs a Graduate Geologist, you will take on a mix of fieldwork and reporting duties, helping to build both technical and practical skills.Key responsibilities:Supervising ground investigation activitiesUndertaking contaminated land risk assessmentsCompleting Phase 1 desk studiesProducing factual and interpretive reportsMonitoring groundwater and ground gasTo be considered for this Graduate Geologist role, you should have:A degree in geology, geoscience, environmental science, or geotechnical engineeringA valid UK driving licenceAbility to commute to Nottingham and Derby, including DerbyFull right to work in the UKBe keen to work in a hands on, outdoor roleThis role presents a strong opportunity for a Graduate Geologist to gain industry experience, develop professionally, and progress within a supportive team environment.If you are interested in this or other roles in Geo-Environmental Engineering/Geologist roles please do not hesitate to contact Beth Young on (url removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to (url removed). This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position