General information

Reference

2025-3805  

Position description

Category

F11 Geotechnics - Engineer / Researcher

Job title

Geotechnical Geologist Engineer

Contract

Permanent contract

Contractual hours

Full-time

Contract duration

Permanent

Context and contributions of the position

Joining the French Geological Survey (BRGM) means becoming part of France's leading public institution for Earth Science applications bringing together 1,000 wholeheartedly committed experts across 29 bases in Mainland and Overseas France.

BRGM focuses on enhancing geological knowledge and understanding of surface and sub-surface-related phenomena, with a view to meeting the challenges of environmental changes through innovative projects with societal implications

Initial assignment to GEODERIS for 3 years, renewable.

Job description

You will be mainly responsible for:

Carry out expertise and in-depth studies to assess the post-mining issues, particularly ‘ground movements' and ‘gas emissions' hazards related to old mining sites, involving inventory and mapping of abandonned structures and works, assessment of ground failure hazards and evaluation of risks, as well as recommending preventive measures for mitigation. this includes:
- participating in interdisciplinary studies including hydrological and geotechnical studies
- providing expertise and decision-making support to the local authorities (DREAL) in charge of post-mining management
- contributing to the proposal and management of the steering of scientific watch and applied research operations and initiatives, in collaboration with the GIP's members (BRGM and INERIS) and other partners
- providing support in emergency situations (on-call duty)
disseminate expert works and lessons learned through presentations, communications and publications across various contexts.

Profile

Requested start date: 01/10/2025
Education: MSc or equivalent higher education qualification
Experience: 5 - 10 years

You will demonstrate the following skills and abilities:
- Solid knowledge of soil and rock mechanics;
- Good experience of hydrogeotechnical investigation techniques;
- GIS skills (particularly QGis); Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team;
- Strong organization and analytical skills with high-level commitment in the quality of work;
- Good oral and written communication skills, and ability to interact with both technical audiences and general public.

Knowledge of the extractive industries and the post-mining regulations is a plus.

Working conditions

Full time position

Within an environment that promotes a healthy work/life balance, particularly thanks to remote working, BRGM prides itself on providing a friendly and caring place to work.

Awarded HRS4R certification in 2021, we are committed to supporting you throughout your career at BRGM. We provide you with a range of tools for developing your skills and expertise, with scope for career progression and geographic mobility.

At BRGM, you will gain from such benefits as a 13th month salary, days off compensating for unpaid overtime, lunch vouchers, as well as holiday and leisure options.

At BRGM, you are guaranteed a transparent recruitment process. It is easy to apply! Please send us your application (up-to-date CV and cover letter) by 15/06/2025.

Because diversity matters to us at BRGM, all of our job vacancies are open to everyone!

We will examine your application as soon as the closing date has passed. If your application is short-listed, we will contact you for recruitment interviews during which you will have the opportunity to talk with the recruitment and HR departments as well as a cross-functional department.

Position location

Job location

France, Occitania: Pyrenees-Mediterranean, Herault (34)

Location