Geotechnical Engineer

This is a Permanent position and Coleman James Ltd are acting as an Employment AgencyAbout the Role : We are seeking a skilled and motivated Geotechnical Engineer to support ports maintenance dredging and manage Marine Management Organisation (MMO) licensing. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant dredging operations while providing geotechnical expertise to support dredge engineering activities.Key Responsibilities :

• Ports Maintenance Dredging Management :
• Oversee geotechnical aspects of maintenance dredging operations to ensure navigational depths are maintained.
• Assess sediment characteristics, stability, and disposal suitability.
• Support planning and execution of dredging campaigns, including surveys and sediment sampling.
• Provide technical input on dredging methodologies, sediment management, and environmental impacts.
• Marine Management Organisation (MMO) Licensing & Compliance :
• Manage and maintain compliance with MMO licensing requirements for dredging and disposal activities.
• Prepare and submit MMO applications, ensuring alignment with environmental and regulatory frameworks.
• Liaise with regulators, stakeholders, and environmental agencies to ensure adherence to permit conditions.
• Monitor and report on environmental impacts, mitigation measures, and licence obligations.
• Dredge Engineering Support :
• Provide geotechnical assessments for dredging equipment selection and operational feasibility.
• Conduct risk assessments related to soil stability, settlement, and dredging-induced impacts.
• Analyse geotechnical data to inform dredging strategies and project planning.
• Work with contractors and port authorities to optimise dredging efficiency and sustainability.Required Qualifications & Experience :
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Marine Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in geotechnical analysis, dredging operations, and marine infrastructure projects.
• Preferable knowledge of MMO licensing, sediment management, and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with hydrographic surveys, geotechnical testing, and environmental impact assessments.
• Strong understanding of dredging techniques, material disposal, and sediment transport processes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholder engagement, regulatory discussions, and reporting.Desirable Skills :
• Experience working with GIS, dredging models, and marine geotechnical software.
• Knowledge of marine sediment contamination, water quality monitoring, and mitigation strategies.
• Understanding of climate resilience, coastal processes, and port sustainability initiatives