Geotechnical Engineer - Associate, Lead Projects & Mentorship

FSG Geotechnics & Foundations; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Mentoring culture

Career development

Job summary

FSG Geotechnics & Foundations in Brisbane is seeking an Associate Geotechnical Engineer to join our hands-on team. You will lead complex geotechnical projects, deliver technical solutions, and contribute to project direction from inception to closeout.

Ideal candidates hold a Civil Engineering degree with post-graduate qualifications, and are registered or eligible for CPEng and RPEQ; strong communication and mentoring skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, with post-graduate qualifications an advantage.
• CPEng and RPEQ registrations are required, or eligible for registration if international.
• A proven track record of solving complex geotechnical problems and familiarity with standards and methods applicable to geotechnical design.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills including the ability to clearly articulate geotechnical advice in both reports and drawings.
• Team oriented and ability to interact successfully with people in a range of industry positions and roles.
• Ability to manage and mentor junior staff.
• Ability to manage projects and interact with clients.
• A full driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership: Advanced soil/structure interaction, modelling of soft soils and ground improvement, piled foundations, retaining structures, earthworks and slopes for temporary and permanent works.
• Numerical Analysis: Utilize and oversee advanced geotechnical software (e.g., Plaxis, L-pile, Slope/W) to deliver practical engineering solutions.
• Mentorship & Quality: Drive technical excellence across the team by mentoring intermediate and junior engineers, ensuring rigorous peer reviews, and maintaining our reputation for quality.
• Client Advisory: Act as a trusted technical advisor to tier-1 contractors, structural consultancies, and asset owners on high-stakes infrastructure, mining, and commercial projects.
• Project Direction: Oversee project delivery from inception to closeout, managing technical risk, timelines, and budgets efficiently.

Skills

Geotechnical problem solving

Technical leadership

Mentoring teammates

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Post-graduate qualifications advantageous

CPEng & RPEQ registrations or eligible

Tools

Plaxis

L-pile

Slope/W

Job description

FSG Geotechnics & Foundations – Fortitude Valley QLD

FSG is an employee-owned geotechnical consulting firm with over 120 staff across Australia. We have a reputation for delivering high quality outcomes for clients on complex projects.

We work across diverse markets including infrastructure, resources, energy, land development and disaster recovery, working in urban, rural, and offshore environments. Established in 2010, we operate nationally and internationally from our offices in Queensland, Victoria and Western Australia. We have completed over 5,000 projects nationally, offering practical solutions backed by extensive experience and technical expertise.

Our clients are Tier 1 contractors, developers, government agencies, miners, energy providers and consulting partners. Our key point of difference is our people. FSG seek to employ and develop leaders within their chosen area of geotechnical practice, to provide our staff and clients with the highest level of technical expertise.

About the role

FSG is looking for an Associate Geotechnical Engineer to join our Brisbane team. We are looking for an engineer who thrives on solving complex problems and wants to remain hands-on with high-level engineering.

Key responsibilities

Technical Leadership: Advanced soil/structure interaction, modelling of soft soils and ground improvement, piled foundations, retaining structures, earthworks and slopes for temporary and permanent works.

Numerical Analysis: Utilize and oversee advanced geotechnical software (e.g., Plaxis, L-pile, Slope/W) to deliver practical engineering solutions.

Mentorship & Quality: Drive technical excellence across the team by mentoring intermediate and junior engineers, ensuring rigorous peer reviews, and maintaining our reputation for quality.

Client Advisory: Act as a trusted technical advisor to tier-1 contractors, structural consultancies, and asset owners on high-stakes infrastructure, mining, and commercial projects.

Project Direction: Oversee project delivery from inception to closeout, managing technical risk, timelines, and budgets efficiently.

About you

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, with post-graduate qualifications an advantage.

CPEng and RPEQ registrations are required, or eligible for registration if international.

A proven track record of solving complex geotechnical problems and familiarity with standards and methods applicable to geotechnical design.

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills including the ability to clearly articulate geotechnical advice in both reports and drawings.

Team oriented and ability to interact successfully with people in a range of industry positions and roles.

Ability to manage and mentor junior staff.

Ability to manage projects and interact with clients.

A full driver's licence.

Competitive Pay: We offer industry-leading remuneration packages.

Supportive Environment: Enjoy a culture of mentoring and team support.

Career Growth: Training and development led by senior personnel.

Diverse Projects: Work on a variety of challenging and fulfilling projects with high quality clients.

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