Engineering Geologist

Klohn Crippen Berger; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package: AU$80,000–AU$120,000

Superannuation: 2.5% extra

Income protection insurance

Parental and volunteer leave

Additional annual leave: up to 15 days

Novated leasing

Hybrid working policy

Well-being initiatives

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Klohn Crippen Berger (KCB) Brisbane invites an Engineering Geologist to contribute to mining and civil infrastructure projects. The role emphasizes high-quality geoscience work, risk-informed interpretations, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Ideal candidates will have 2–4 years in engineering geology, field experience, and proficiency with geotechnical software. Regular fieldwork and travel are expected, with a supportive leadership culture and hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Geology, Geology, or Geoscience; Master’s preferred.
• 2–4 years of relevant professional experience in engineering geology.
• Practical fieldwork including geological mapping, borehole logging, drilling supervision.
• Experience supervising drilling operations and supporting in-situ testing.
• Willingness to undertake regular fieldwork and travel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in geotechnical software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Current unrestricted driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist with investigations for foundations conditions and in situ material properties, construction materials and monitoring of mine waste tailings and waste rock storage facilities.
• Support investigations for civil mining infrastructure—water/sediment dams, roads, and plant site earthworks and foundations.
• Undertake desktop assessments, geological/geotechnical data collection, manipulation, interpretation, management and reporting.
• Contribute to the preparation of engineering reports, drawings, specifications, bill of quantities and cost estimates.
• Provide support to other projects and teams as required, particularly when engineering workloads are light.
• Work in accordance with KCB's Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental Management System.

Skills

Engineering geology

Geotechnical analysis

Fieldwork

Drilling supervision

Communication skills

Geotechnical software

Teamwork

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Geology/Geology/Geoscience

Master’s degree in Engineering Geology preferred

Tools

Geotechnical software

Job description

Who We're Looking For

At KCB, our purpose is Sustaining the Future, and we apply this purpose through practical, risk‑informed solutions to complex environmental and engineering challenges. Guided by our values of Passion, Integrity, and Excellence, we focus on building trusted relationships, delivering high‑quality work, and supporting our clients and communities over the long term.

We are building a thriving Brisbane team known for passionate, high‑integrity people delivering technical excellence across mining, dams, water, and civil infrastructure projects. We draw on a broad range of geoscience and engineering capabilities and offer the benefits of a global consultancy paired with the agility, flexibility, and direct access to senior leadership that larger firms often struggle to provide.

As an Engineering Geologist at KCB, you will have the opportunity to work on large-scale, world‑class projects, predominantly within the Mining and Resources sector. This technical role will provide you with an opportunity to further develop and grow professionally as you work closely with other talented professionals committed to delivering high quality geoscience and engineering services to our clients.

This Opportunity Is Ideal For Someone Who Brings

Passion: for meaningful work, for helping clients, and for supporting and contributing to the performance of a strong technical team

Integrity: trust, respect, accountability, and professionalism

Excellence: producing high-quality, defensible and risk-informed interpretations of ground conditions to support safe and effective design.

What You Will Do

Contribute to a technical role focused on engineering geology for mining projects, aligned with your academic background and early professional experience.

Typical Responsibilities Include

• Assist with conceptual and detailed investigations for foundations conditions, in situ material properties, construction materials and construction monitoring of mine waste tailings and waste rock storage facilities.
• Support investigations for civil mining infrastructure - water/sediment dams, roads, and plant site earthworks and foundations.
• Undertake desktop assessments, primarily geological / geotechnical data collection, manipulation, interpretation, management and reporting.
• Contribute to the preparation of engineering reports, drawings, specifications, bill of quantities and cost estimates.
• Provide support to other projects and teams as required, particularly during periods of when engineering-specific project workloads are light.
• Work in accordance with KCB's Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental Management System, actively participating in a safe and responsible work culture.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Geology, Geology, or Geoscience (Master’s degree in Engineering Geology preferred);
• 2-4 years of relevant professional experience in engineering geology;
• Practical fieldwork experience, including geological mapping, borehole logging, drilling supervision, and geotechnical sampling;
• Experience supervising drilling operations and supporting in‑situ testing programs;
• Willingness to undertake regular fieldwork and travel;
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills;
• Proficiency in geotechnical software and tools;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team; and
• Current unrestricted Drivers Licence.

What We Offer

• Attractive salary package: $80,000 - $120,000 dependent on experience
• Additional Superannuation: 2.5% extra to secure your future.
• Income Protection Insurance: Peace of mind for you and your family.
• Parental and Volunteer Leave: Support for your personal and community commitments.
• Option to purchase additional annual leave: up to 15 additional days
• Novated Leasing: Flexible vehicle leasing options.
• Hybrid Working Policy: Balance work and life with our flexible approach.
• Social and Mental Well‑being Initiatives: Programs to support your overall well‑being.
• Training and Development Opportunities: Continuous growth and learning.

About Us

Klohn Crippen Berger (KCB) is a multi-disciplinary consulting firm providing engineering, geoscience and environmental services globally. We offer a full range of services from our offices in Australia, Canada, USA, UK, Brazil and Peru. Read more about us here www.klohn.com.

We respect the uniqueness that makes you, you. We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from all qualified career seekers. KCB is an Australian Business Awards Employer of Choice recipient (2015-2025).