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Posted 29 July, 2026

Graduate Geologist

Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Cambridge, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Graduate Geologist - Cambridge

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REF: BY240758

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Salary: £25,000 - £28,000

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Are you a motivated Graduate Geologist looking to launch your career with a well-established engineering consultancy?

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This is a chance to join a respected multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy with decades of experience delivering geotechnical, civil and structural engineering solutions across the UK. With a strong reputation for quality, collaboration and professional development, they provide an excellent environment for graduates to build their career as a Graduate Geologist in Cambridge.

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What's on offer:

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  • Excellent training and career development
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  • Competitive salary (£25,000 - £28,000) and benefits package
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  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
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  • Exposure to a diverse range of engineering projects across the UK
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As a Graduate Geologist, your responsibilities will include:

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  • Assisting with ground investigations on a variety of geotechnical projects
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  • Logging soil and rock samples in accordance with industry standards
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  • Collecting and recording site data accurately
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  • Supporting the preparation of factual and interpretive geotechnical reports
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  • Working alongside experienced engineers and geologists on site and in the office
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  • Helping to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard
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To be considered for this Graduate Geologist role, you'll need a degree in Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related Earth Science discipline, a full UK driving licence, full right to work in the UK, and to be living in or within a commutable distance of Cambridge. Strong communication skills, a willingness to work outdoors and travel to sites, and a proactive attitude are essential.

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If you're ready to take the next step as a Graduate Geologist in Cambridge, we'd love to hear from you.

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If you are interested in this or other Geological/Ground Engineering roles please do not hesitate to contact Beth Young on . We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.