Geotechnical Administration Assistant (Summer Placement)

TL;DR

Geotechnical Administration Assistant (Summer Placement): Supporting geotechnical engineers and reporting teams on ground investigation projects with an accent on data management, report preparation, and project coordination. Focus on accurate data entry, equipment maintenance, and liaising with teams to meet delivery deadlines.

Location: Wallingford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom (on-site, 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday)

Company

Global Geo-data specialist providing insights for safe, sustainable infrastructure, renewable energy, and development projects.

What you will do

• Provide administrative support to geotechnical engineers and reporting teams in the Land business.
• Enter, track, and manage project data to keep information up to date.
• Assist with preparation, compilation, and formatting of technical reports and documentation.
• Act as coordination point for project data to help teams meet deadlines.
• Liaise with engineers, site staff, and internal teams to support project progress.
• Support maintenance and deployment of engineering equipment like tablets, laptops, and cameras.

Requirements

• English proficiency required
• Strong written and numerical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Accurate data entry skills and methodical approach.
• Clear communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration.
• Positive, adaptable mindset to prioritise tasks in changing environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Positive work environment with meaningful projects and learning opportunities.
• Competitive salary, contributory pension, private medical insurance, health cash plan.
• Group life assurance, income protection, cycle to work scheme, discounts platform.
• Extensive career and training opportunities nationally and internationally.
• Emphasis on diversity, equity, inclusion, and work-life balance.