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Earthworks Examiner/ Geotechnical Asset Engineer

Earthworks Examiner/ Geotechnical Asset Engineer

PublishedPublished: Fri, 25/09/2026 - 11:36
ExpiresExpires: 23/10/2026 - 11:36
Engineering
£427 - £446 per day

Earthworks Examiners - Network Rail Experience Required
York - £427/day
London - £446/day
We are looking for experienced Earthworks Examiners / Geotechnical professionals to support the delivery of Earthwork Examinations across the rail network.
The role will involve planning, managing and undertaking Earthwork Examinations in accordance with NR/L3/CIV/065 - Examination of Earthworks Manual.
Key responsibilities include:
- Undertaking desk-based site reconnaissance to establish appropriate access strategies for Earthwork Examinations
- Liaising with Access Planning teams to finalise access arrangements, logistics and Safe Work Packs
- Planning access opportunities, possessions and worksites and identifying opportunities for integration
- Undertaking and completing Earthwork Examinations in accordance with NR/L3/CIV/065
- Completing on-site activities safely and efficiently in accordance with Safe Systems of Work, method statements and relevant Network Rail standards
- Accurately recording completed and outstanding work
- Closing out rejected examinations and responding to examination feedback
- Supporting the wider Geotechnical Examination Team with delivery requirements
Essential requirements:
✓ COSS or IWA competency allowing you to work on the operational railway
✓ Previously assessed to Network Rail Level 3 Soil Slope Examinations (GEO-I-S)
✓ Previously assessed to Network Rail Level 3 Rock Slope Examinations (GEO-I-R)
✓ Experience using the JBA database and GizMapp
✓ Proven experience producing high-quality Earthwork Examinations to CIV/065 standard
✓ Knowledge of relevant railway geography and network capability
Rates:
York: £427 per day
London: £446 per day
This opportunity is particularly suited to experienced Network Rail Earthworks Examiners / Geotechnical Asset Engineers who already hold the required competencies and can operate effectively within the railway environment.
Interested or available? Please get in touch with your latest CV, current competencies, location and availability.
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Fields of study

  • Architecture / Building technique

Salary range

  • £427 - £446 per day