Early Career Geotechnical Engineer - Instrumentation & Monitoring, Sydney NSW

Tetra Tech; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Sydney is seeking a detail-oriented Geotechnical Engineer to support instrumentation and monitoring programs. Responsibilities include overseeing instrument installation, data collection, and report generation while ensuring compliance with safety standards. We're looking for candidates with a degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering, strong analytical skills, and a willingness to travel. This role offers opportunities for professional development and work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Professional development

Employee stock purchase plan

Parental Leave

Travel Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in geotechnical engineering and instrumentation is preferred but not essential.
• Enthusiasm and flexibility to travel to remote areas and interstate.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee installation of geotechnical instruments.
• Perform regular data collection, validation, and analysis.
• Interpret monitoring results to assess ground and structural behaviour.
• Generate reports and provide geotechnical input to project teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Project management

Strong communication

Education

Degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering

Job description

Overview

Join our world class Geotechnical consulting group. Build a specialist career with a trusted industry leader. Based in Sydney, NSW.

Enjoy the support of a strong specialist team, a steady pipeline of projects, and the opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career with a trusted industry leader.

About us

Tetra Tech Coffey is a leader in geotechnical and environmental engineering. We help clients overcome complex challenges while delivering high-quality, results-driven services that achieve sustainable outcomes.

The opportunity

We’re looking for a detail-oriented Geotechnical Engineer to support our instrumentation and monitoring programs.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and interpretation of geotechnical instrumentation used to assess ground conditions, slope stability, and structural performance. You will work closely with field teams and geotechnical specialists to ensure accurate data collection, timely reporting, and effective risk mitigation strategies.

Our work spans a variety of sectors — including mining, civil, renewables, dams and hydropower and transport infrastructure — offering you the chance to innovate, collaborate, and grow in a role with real impact.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and oversee installation of geotechnical instruments in the field (e.g., piezometers, inclinometers, extensometers).
• Perform regular data collection, validation, and analysis.
• Interpret monitoring results to assess ground and structural behaviour.
• Generate reports and provide geotechnical input to project teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards in the field.
• Collaborate with design, construction, and operations teams to support decision-making.

What you’ll bring

• A Degree in Geotechnical or Civil Engineering, or similar.
• Experience gained in geotechnical engineering and instrumentation and monitoring systems is preferred but not essential.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Personal time management and project management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and reporting abilities.

You’ll also have enthusiasm and flexibility to travel (remote areas and interstate), strong collaboration skills along with the confidence to work individually when required.

If you\'re looking for a professional technical organisation with genuine opportunities for career growth and advancement, we’d love to hear from you. Take your career to the next level with Tetra Tech Coffey!

You’ll enjoy these benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work options, study breaks, and the ability to buy extra leave—up to 8 weeks per year!
• Diverse Projects: Work across a wide variety of projects, clients, and sectors.
• Growth Opportunities: Professional development, coaching, and mentorship from our top experts.
• Memberships: Professional memberships to help you stay ahead in your field.
• Recognition: Our reward and recognition program makes sure your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed.
• Ownership: Participate in our employee stock purchase plan.
• Parental Leave: Paid leave for both primary and secondary caregivers.
• Support: Employee assistance program for you and your immediate family.
• Salary sacrifice: Pre-tax options to top up your super.
• Travel Discounts: Great deals through our corporate traveller program.
• Car Leasing: Take advantage of novated vehicle leasing options.

About us

Tetra Tech Coffey is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services in the Asia Pacific. Our experts are at the forefront of their specialisation in engineering, geotechnical, testing, environmental, and project management services. With over 30,000 Tetra Tech colleagues across 550 offices, we deliver projects that improve lives through science, technology, and innovation.