Job Title: Offshore Geotechnical Engineer and Site Investigations SpecialistHours of work: 08:30 - 16:45Working days: Monday to Friday.Position DescriptionThe successful candidate will be an experienced Offshore Geotechnical Engineer responsible for managingground risks for offshore wind projects in development, with a particular emphasis on the management of siteinvestigations. They will work as part of a team on the ongoing development of offshore wind projects aroundIreland and the UK, with the opportunity to join a specific project team as projects progress. Responsibilitiesinclude managing and coordinating tendering and contract award for marine geotechnical and geophysicalservices, offshore survey management, and advising on geotechnical engineering solutions. The role also involvesmentoring junior staff and supporting knowledge sharing within the team.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide expert geotechnical advice and leadership for complex technical issuesScope, procure and manage offshore geotechnical investigation contracts.Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure surveys are planned and executed in accordancewith legislative requirements.In conjunction with 3rd party geophysical specialists, provide technical oversight to ensure GeophysicalSurveys are scoped, procured and managed to achieve technical objectives and ground risk mitigation.Detailed geotechnical designs and analysis of wind turbine foundationsDevelop Project Geotechnical Risk Registers and mitigation plansMaintain up-to-date knowledge of geotechnical technologies for offshore windfarmsConduct commercial-focused decision makingDesign review, desk study, and site evaluationsPage 2 of 3Develop and maintain technical consultancy frameworksInterpret soil and rock parametersContribute to safer wind farm projects and integrate EHS requirementsSupport mentoring and professional development of junior staffEssentialKnowledge, Skills and ExperienceMinimum 7 years' geotechnical engineering experience, especially marineFamiliarity with offshore codes, standards, and best practicesExperience in the scoping, specification and management of offshore geotechnical investigationsExperience with soil mechanics analysis/design packagesExperience with challenging ground conditions in marine environmentsKnowledge of recent geotechnical research for offshore windExcellent written and oral communicationExperience delivering major projects in multidisciplinary teamsStrong interpersonal and stakeholder management skillsEfficient decision making and problem solvingStrong organisational and commercial project management skillsFlexible approach to workDesirableExperience in the coordination and management of Geophysical surveys and datasetsQualificationsEssentialLevel 8 Degree in Civil/Geotechnical/Structural Engineering, Engineering Geology or equivalentDesirable:Level 9 Engineering Degree, or PhD in Geotechnical Engineering or equivalentChartered status in a recognized professional institutionProject Management qualificationBase LocationOneDAC, Dublin Airport and Dublin City Centre.Page 3 of 3Hybrid working will be a feature of this role, combining remote working with attendance at base for in-personcollaboration dependent on project requirements.Please note that when the successful candidate is required to attend offices in Dublin, travel,accommodation, and related expenses will not be reimbursed.Expenses incurred for business travel - that are not normally incurred by the successful candidate in their normalplace of work - will be reimbursed.All travel and accommodation expenses shall be agreed in advance with the line manager.Claims for reimbursement of approved receipts must be via the contractor's agency.Mileage rates in respect of journeys carried out will not apply.Anticipated start dateQ1 2026Duration12-month contractSafetyContractors must comply with all Health and Safety Regulations and requirements pertaining to thelocation where they are working and must comply with all directions and instructions from theirdesignated line management.Contractors shall wear full PPE, including Arc-resistant where required.Steel toe boots compliant with S3 EN ISO 20345.Safepass and manual handling trainingContractors shall be provided with an unbranded hard hat and ear defenders where required.This PPE will be provided by suppliers but without any identifiable Logo.The PPE to be provided by does not include safety boots, gloves and eye protection. These arestandard items that contractors should have at their cost.Contractors must have up to date SafePass, manual handling training.GWO Sea Survival Training may become necessary during the course of the contract.The successful candidate must have use of a personal 'phone, laptop/PC and internet facilities, and must beequipped to fully engage in a professional manner during the course of the engagement.