The salary data was collected in Jul 99 Higher starting salaries are paid to those with postgraduate qualifications. Highest pay is in the oil industry. Overseas allowances are also paid. Overtime is not generally paid. In early years mainly on site with some laboratory and office work.
Proportion gradually reverses with managerial responsibilities.
May change location every six months or stay in one place. Jobs are quite widely available Although engineering geologists work throughout the UK, demand may not be strong enough to provide real choice. Moderate stress as judgements have serious financial and public safety implications. Tough physical conditions in remote parts of the world. Career breaks rare.