Principal Ground Source Heat Pump Consultant

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

12/20/2024

The Vacancy

Carbon Zero Consulting, part of the RSK Group is currently recruiting for a Principal Ground Source Heat Pump Consultant, based in Birmingham, UK. There is some flexibility and hybrid working will be considered for the right candidate..

The Consultant would have a specific focus on managing the work load of the team and undertaking, managing and reporting on field work activities throughout the UK, such as borehole drilling, soil and water sampling, thermal response tests and groundwater pump tests. Responsibilities would vary according to previous experience levels, it would be suitable for a senior level consultant looking to grow into the role of team leader.

Responsibilities:

• Managing the team’s workload and acting as team leader (or working toward’s this goal)
• Managing a variety of geo-environmental and/or geotechnical projects for both external clients and for other teams within RSK
• Providing technical and scientific support at all stages of assigned projects and controlling project costs
• Facilitating growth of the team
• Preparing proposals and tenders and contribute to business development activity
• Undertaking, supervising or reviewing (depending on experience) field work activities throughout the UK, such as borehole drilling, soil and water sampling, thermal response tests and groundwater pump tests in line with national standards and codes of practice
• Managing fieldwork activities and subcontractors (depending on experience)
• Undertaking Project Management duties and resolving any technical issues
• Writing factual and/or interpretative reports
• Travel to other offices and sites within the UK (as needed)
• Preparing and checking technical notes, drawings and geotechnical and/or geo-environmental reports
  
  

Qualifications and Experience:

• BSc degree level qualified in Geology, Geophysics or Earth Science, or related subject.
• Interest in renewable energy technologies and their application
• Computer literate and skilled with Microsoft Office applications, in particular Word, Excel, GIS and PowerPoint.
• Full UK driving licence
• Background in Geoscience circa 10 years+
• Reasonable knowledge of borehole design, drilling, testing and regulation.
• Ideally ‘deep’ drilling, i.e. not just SI
• Good knowledge of UK geology
• Some background in water chemistry/quality
• Ideally a good working knowledge of closed & open-loop, but significant hands-on experience not essential
• Technically minded, good wide range of field experience
• Able to lead a small team, but with the energy to grow numbers significantly as the GSHP sector grows
• Excellent ability to network within RSK and externally
• Business development; ability to spot opportunities within RSK and externally
  
  
  

Salary and Benefits:

• £ 30-45K, dependent on experience;
• Contributory Pension Scheme;
• Free life assurance cover;
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, childcare vouchers and private health care;
• We encourage Continuing Professional Development and, as a Registered Practice with the Geological Society or Institute of Civil Engineers, we are committed to supporting candidates along the pathway to Chartership.
  
  
  

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RSK will not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies other than RSK PSL or Secondary agencies.

About Us

We are a market-leading site investigation, contaminated land and geotechnical consultancy with geophysics and survey teams and waste management consultants, operating from 20 UK locations. Our company also includes Leap Environmental, an award-winning site investigation, geotechnical design and geoenvironmental consultancy and Carbon Zero Consulting, which undertakes appraisals for ground source heat projects.

Throughout our 30 years of operations, we have enabled our clients to realise opportunities and manage the potential liabilities associated with acquiring, owning, operating and developing land. Our clients come from the public and private sectors, including many of the UK’s leading property developers, major and local house builders, utility providers and main contractors, local authorities and other government organisations.

RSK Geosciences is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments. 

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?