Engineering Geologist — Field & Slope Stability Expert

Douglas People Pty Ltd; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Career progression and mentoring

Iconic projects across Australia

Inclusive, diverse teams

Parental leave and wellbeing programs

Cultural holiday swaps

Job summary

WSP Australia is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologist with strong Leapfrog capability to lead and deliver geotechnical investigations and design across major infrastructure projects. The role combines hands‑on technical work, project leadership and mentoring within a national digital ground modelling program.

You will develop 3D ground models, deliver robust reports and manage client relationships, while helping grow WSP’s Leapfrog capability and digital workflows

Qualifications

• The candidate holds a degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology and has relevant registration where applicable.
• Around 8+ years of experience delivering geotechnical engineering or engineering geology projects.
• Strong proficiency in Leapfrog and ability to develop geological or geotechnical ground models.
• Experience across investigations, interpretation, analysis and design.
• Strong client‑facing and project management skills.
• Collaborative mentoring approach and a drive to grow capability beyond own projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex geotechnical and engineering geology projects from investigation through to construction support.
• Develop and interpret 3D geological and geotechnical models using Leapfrog.
• Deliver high‑quality technical reports, assessments and design recommendations.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budgets and client relationships.
• Apply advanced analytical and modelling techniques to solve ground engineering problems.
• Mentor engineers and geologists and support team capability growth.
• Contribute to innovation and Leapfrog capability across the team.

Skills

Leapfrog

Geotechnical engineering

Engineering geology

Project management

Leadership

Client facing

Mentoring

Education

Civil Engineering

Geotechnical Engineering

Engineering Geology

Tools

Leapfrog

Job description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologist – Digital Modelling (Leapfrog)

What if you could combine technical leadership, major project delivery and cutting‑edge digital modelling in one role? With us, you can.

At WSP we’re growing our Geotechnics & Tunnels team and are seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologist with strong Leapfrog capability to help deliver complex infrastructure projects while expanding our national digital ground modelling capability.

This is an opportunity to join one of Australia’s leading geotechnical consulting teams, working across major transport, water, energy and infrastructure projects while helping drive the next generation of geotechnical and engineering geology workflows. The role combines hands‑on technical work, project leadership, mentoring and innovation, making it ideal for someone who wants to influence both projects and the future capability of the business.

The Opportunity

You’ll lead and deliver geotechnical investigations and design projects from proposal development and field investigations through to analysis, reporting and construction support. You’ll also play a key role in strengthening WSP’s national capability in Leapfrog, helping teams unlock greater value from geological and geotechnical data through advanced digital modelling workflows.

Working alongside respected technical leaders and a growing national Leapfrog user community, you’ll have the opportunity to influence best practice, mentor others and contribute to the evolution of digital ground engineering across the business.

What You’ll Do

• Lead complex geotechnical and engineering geology projects from investigation through to construction support.
• Develop and interpret 3D geological and geotechnical models using Leapfrog.
• Deliver high‑quality technical reports, assessments and design recommendations.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budgets and client relationships.
• Apply advanced analytical and modelling techniques to solve challenging ground engineering problems.
• Mentor engineers and geologists and support the growth of technical capability within the team.
• Contribute to innovation and the continued growth of WSP’s national Leapfrog capability.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is equally passionate about technical excellence and digital innovation. You’ll bring:

• A degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related discipline.
• Around 8+ years’ experience delivering geotechnical engineering or engineering geology projects.
• Strong proficiency in Leapfrog and confidence developing geological or geotechnical ground models.
• Experience across investigations, interpretation, analysis and design.
• Strong client‑facing and project management skills.
• A collaborative approach to mentoring and knowledge‑sharing.
• A desire to help build and grow capability beyond your own projects.

Why WSP

At WSP, we value our people and our reputation. We are locally dedicated with international scale, future‑focused, collaborative and empowering — and we’re looking for people who share those values. You’ll be part of a team that delivers technical excellence while keeping client outcomes, sustainability, quality and safety at the centre of what we do. You’ll also have the opportunity to grow your leadership capability, contribute to meaningful projects and help shape better outcomes for communities and clients.

Important Details

Role Type: Full‑time Permanent

Location: Sydney Remote / Hybrid

Salary: Competitive (not disclosed)

Benefits:

• Flexible work that fits your life (hybrid, part‑time, job share options)
• Real career progression supported by mentoring and our Careers Hub
• Opportunities to work on iconic, meaningful projects across Australia and globally
• Inclusive, diverse teams where your voice is genuinely valued
• Competitive parental leave, wellbeing programmes and cultural holiday swaps

Eligibility: Australian citizenship or residency (full Australian working rights). No Visa sponsorship.

Background checks: Background checks / Vetting according to Australian Government security clearance policy.

We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, race, disability, etc. We await applications through direct email only.

Thank you for your interest. We will review applications within the next few weeks.