Geotechnical Engineer

Terra Verde Jv; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Terra Verde invites a Geotechnical Engineer to join our construction team on a major Victorian tunnel project. Reporting to the Geotechnical Manager, you will oversee on-site geotechnical works, review ground conditions, and contribute to design, monitoring, and reporting duties.

The role emphasizes collaboration, data analysis, and the delivery of geotechnical designs and schemes aligned with program and budget constraints. A strong team-focused mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in Geotechnics or Geology.
• Proven experience on Design and Build fast-track projects.
• Experience in drill & blast / traditional tunnelling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the relevant Inspection and Test plan for the geotechnical works on site.
• Obtain soil and rock samples at different depths across sites and testing samples to determine strength, compressibility and other factors that affect the behaviour of soil and rock when a structure is imposed and determining the safe loading for the soil
• Prepare designs, reports, specifications and other deliverables for geotechnical schemes
• Prepare or review tunnel face logging and compare to expected ground conditions, review tunnel support allocation compared to agreed design
• Ensure geotechnical monitoring / instrumentation and related reporting
• Interface with Contractor's construction and methods teams
• Determine construction methods, materials and standards and drafting and interpreting specifications, drawings, plans and procedures
• Perform geotechnical analysis and study to assess construction site condition and perform field and environmental investigations
• Carry out geotechnical designs to the project structures schemes to deliver the outcomes agreed to program and budgets

Skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Project management

Attention to detail

Summarisation skills

Education

Engineering Degree in Geotechnics or Geology

Job description

Terra Verde is a joint venture between Webuild, GS Engineering & Construction (E&C) Australia, and Bouygues Construction Australia.

The joint venture combines experienced local personnel with global resources and expertise.

Terra Verde is delivering nearly 10 kilometres of parallel tunnels between Glen Waverley and Box Hill, including 39 cross passages and two station boxes at Glen Waverley and Burwood in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, as part of the Suburban Rail Loop Project.

This is the largest infrastructure project in Victoria's history, shaping Melbourne and Victoria for future generations.

About the Role:

We are looking for a passionate Geotechnical Engineer to join our construction team. Reporting to the Geotechnical Manager, you will gain practical experience while contributing to a major infrastructure project.

Your role will involve overseeing various geotechnical aspects of tunnel construction, including sample logging, face mapping, probe hole logging, and analysing instrumentation and monitoring data. Additionally, you will be responsible for understanding and reviewing support design drawings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare the relevant Inspection and Test plan for the geotechnical works on site
• Obtain soil and rock samples at different depths across sites and testing samples to determine strength, compressibility and other factors that affect the behaviour of soil and rock when a structure is imposed and determining the safe loading for the soil
• Prepare designs, reports, specifications and other deliverables for geotechnical schemes
• Prepare or review tunnel face logging and compare to expected ground conditions, review tunnel support allocation compared to agreed design
• Ensure geotechnical monitoring / instrumentation and related reporting
• Interface with Contractor's construction and methods teams
• Determine construction methods, materials and standards and drafting and interpreting specifications, drawings, plans and procedures
• Perform geotechnical analysis and study to assess construction site condition and perform field and environmental investigations
• Carry out geotechnical designs to the project structures schemes to deliver the outcomes agreed to program and budgets

What We're Looking For:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues
• A strong emphasis on collaboration and a team-oriented mindset
• Attracts, develops, and manages resources to achieve team goals.
• Ensures clarity of responsibilities and monitors performance.
• Ensures delivery meets or exceeds customer expectations

Qualifications and Experience:

• Engineering Degree in Geotechnics or Geology, Engineering
• The candidate shall preferably have proven experience, preferably on similar Design and Build fast-track projects, covering design and works.
• Experience on drill & blast / traditional tunnelling will be appreciated.

Skills and Attributes:

• A blend of authority and creativity, detail-oriented, dependable, and innovative.
• Strong technical expertise.
• Well-organised with excellent summarisation skills.
• Experienced in teamwork, self-sufficient, and highly motivated.

Why Join Us?

At Terra Verde, we are committed to fostering innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. By joining our team as a Geotechnical Engineer, you will contribute to one of Australia's most transformative infrastructure projects and develop your expertise in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Terra Verde is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from diverse backgrounds. Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Priority Jobseekers and people with a multicultural background are strongly encouraged to apply.

Join the project that is creating a lasting legacy on Victoria's infrastructure!

The employment relationship will be governed by Australian employment law.