Level 6 Geo-Environmental / Geotechnical Apprentice

Preliminary risk assessments / desk studies Site investigations across the UK Soil, gas and groundwater sampling Carrying out tests in the field and scheduling laboratory tests Factual and interpretive technical report writing Providing geo-environmental and geotechnical recommendations Undertake tailored and structured, health and safety, technical and project management training Meet with mentor regularly to plan personal career development

Training:

Approximately 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This will include formal lectures and remote-access directed study, field trips and practical sessions on your degree whilst with Keele University. Studies will be arranged in ‘blocks’ of weeks on campus.

Further develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours, as part of the L6 Geoscientist apprenticeship standard. Alongside this you will work on a variety of projects with RSK Geosciences consultancy teams.

As an apprentice, you’ll work at one of our local offices, and travel to sites across the UK and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff within dedicated geological, environmental management and land assessment teams.

When not on block release at Keele, your work with RSK Geosciences may be in the office, on site, or from home, as agreed with your line manager.

Training Outcome:

Successful apprentices will gain a BSc (Hons) Geoscientist (Degree Apprenticeship)

This apprenticeship aligns with:

o   Geological Society of London (GeolSoc) for Fellow

o   Science Council for Registered Scientist (RSci)

Employer Description:
RSK Geosciences is an environmental organisation with over 40 years of environmental design, geological engineering, ground investigation and project management expertise and is part of the world-class RSK Group of more than 15,000 employees. The Geosciences team provides geological appraisals, site investigations, consultancy and design services to a range of external clients including engineers, house-builders, energy companies and local authorities. RSK prides itself on providing its staff with a rewarding and challenging career, encouraging Continuous Professional Development and allowing employees to reach their full potential. The RSK Geosciences training and development programme was recognised in the 2024 Ground Engineering Workforce Awards, winning the category of ‘Excellence in Learning and Development’. Our training provision is also accredited by the Geological Society. We are looking for our Geo-Environmental / Geotechnical (Degree) Apprentices to be a fundamental part of the future growth of our business.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday (flexible timings per day) Shifts to be confirmed Block-release sessions with your Training Provider will be at Keele University. Keele, Newcastle, Staffordshire ST5 5BG.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative