Geotechnical Engineer

WSP in Australia; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Australia is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer to deliver investigations, assessments and designs for major mining and rail clients across Australia. You will balance office-based analysis with site-based work, including regular travel to WA sites.

You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support earthworks, foundations and rail formations, with opportunities to lead technical reporting and client engagement. WA-based roles involve field work and on-site supervision.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or Geological Engineering.
• Experience delivering geotechnical projects in mining, resources or transport.
• Experience with site investigations, drilling programs and field supervision.
• Knowledge of geotechnical analysis and interpretation techniques.
• Experience with earthworks, mining infrastructure, heavy haul rail, or bulk materials projects is highly regarded.
• Strong technical report-writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously on site and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Willingness to travel and spend time in the field.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise geotechnical site investigations and field programs.
• Log and interpret geotechnical drill core and field data.
• Undertake geotechnical assessments for mining and heavy haul rail projects.
• Support the design of earthworks, embankments, rail formations, cuttings and foundations.
• Conduct slope stability, settlement, groundwater and earthworks assessments.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications and design documentation.
• Provide construction support and field verification services.
• Work with civil, structural, rail, water and mining engineers on multidisciplinary projects.
• Travel to remote mine sites and rail corridors across Western Australia as required.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Site investigations

Drilling programs

Field supervision

Technical report writing

Slope stability

Technical reporting

Autonomous fieldwork

Travel readiness

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Geotechnical Engineering degree

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

At WSP you'll find the scale and reach you need to do the kind of work the world needs - and the culture and people that make it the best work of your life.

Our Mining & Metals group is a leader in future-led end to end mining solutions and delivery of services to our clients. We specialise in delivering comprehensive and tailored solutions for the mining industry. Our team manages and executes large-scale capital projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety and leave a lasting positive legacy in the communities we engage with.

What you'll do:

As a Geotechnical Engineer, you will work closely with multidisciplinary project teams to deliver geotechnical investigations, assessments, designs, and field-based services for major mining and rail clients across Australia.

You will be involved in both office-based technical work and regular site travel, gaining exposure to large-scale mining developments, brownfield expansions, tailings facilities, bulk earthworks, and heavy haul rail infrastructure.

• Planning and supervising geotechnical site investigations and field programs.
• Logging and interpreting geotechnical drill core and field data.
• Undertaking geotechnical assessments for mining and heavy haul rail projects.
• Supporting the design of earthworks, embankments, rail formations, cuttings, and foundations.
• Conducting slope stability, settlement, groundwater, and earthworks assessments.
• Preparing technical reports, specifications, and design documentation.
• Providing construction support and field verification services.
• Working closely with civil, structural, rail, water, and mining engineers on multidisciplinary projects.
• Building strong client relationships and contributing to project delivery excellence.
• Travelling to remote mine sites and rail corridors across Western Australia as required.

About you:

• Degree qualification in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geological Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience delivering geotechnical engineering projects within the mining, resources, or transport sectors.
• Experience with site investigations, drilling programs, and field supervision.
• Knowledge of geotechnical analysis and interpretation techniques.
• Experience with earthworks, mining infrastructure, heavy haul rail, or bulk materials projects is highly regarded.
• Strong technical report-writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously on site and collaboratively within multidiscipline teams.
• A willingness to travel and spend time in the field supporting project delivery.

Why WSP?

• Work on some of Australia's most complex mining and rail infrastructure projects.
• Be part of a nationally connected team of mining and geotechnical specialists.
• Enjoy a balance of technical design work and site-based field experience.
• Access clear career development pathways, mentoring, and technical leadership.
• Contribute to projects that support the transition to a more sustainable future.
• Flexible working arrangements and a people-first culture.