Geotechnical Engineer / Engineering Geologist

Soil Surveys Engineering; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Soil Surveys is seeking a Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist with 2–5 years' experience to join our Brisbane or Gold Coast team. This hands-on role blends office analysis with field investigations, reporting, and client coordination.

You will plan and undertake site investigations, review field and lab data, prepare geotechnical reports, and work with drilling crews, laboratories and project teams to deliver practical, technically robust solutions.

Qualifications

• You will bring a degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related discipline.
• An understanding of geotechnical investigations and ground conditions.
• The ability to interpret technical data and contribute to clear, accurate reports.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• A current driver's licence and the ability to attend field sites as required.
• Experience with geotechnical reporting and investigation methods will be well regarded.

Responsibilities

• Planning and undertaking geotechnical investigations and site assessments.
• Reviewing field and laboratory data to support geotechnical assessments.
• Preparing geotechnical investigation reports and technical recommendations.
• Coordinating with clients, drilling crews, laboratory technicians and project teams.
• Undertaking site investigations and providing technical input during fieldwork.
• Contributing to project delivery and maintaining the quality of technical work.

Skills

Technical reporting

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Field work

Driver's licence

Education

Civil Engineering

Engineering Geology

Job description

Brisbane or Gold Coast, QLD | Full-time | Permanent

About Soil Surveys

Soil Surveys is an established geotechnical engineering consultancy providing geotechnical investigations, drilling and laboratory testing. With offices in Brisbane and the Gold Coast, we are looking for a Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist with 2–5 years’ experience to join our team.

About the Role

Working alongside experienced engineers, engineering geologists and geotechnicians you will contribute to a variety of geotechnical projects from site investigation through to technical assessment and reporting.

This is a hands‑on role combining office‑based technical work with field involvement, giving you the opportunity to apply your existing skills, broaden your experience and develop your technical capabilities.

Your responsibilities will include:

Planning and undertaking geotechnical investigations and site assessments.

Reviewing field and laboratory data to support geotechnical assessments.

Preparing geotechnical investigation reports and technical recommendations.

Coordinating with clients, drilling crews, laboratory technicians and project teams.

Undertaking site investigations and providing technical input during fieldwork.

Contributing to project delivery and maintaining the quality of technical work.

About You

You are a practical and motivated geotechnical professional who enjoys problem‑solving, working in the field and office and applying your technical knowledge to a range of projects.

You will bring:

A degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology or a related discipline.

An understanding of geotechnical investigations, and ground conditions.

The ability to interpret technical data and contribute to clear, accurate reports.

Good communication and organisational skills.

The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

A current driver's licence and the ability to attend field sites as required.

Experience with geotechnical reporting, investigation methods and relevant Australian Standards will be well regarded.

Why Join Soil Surveys?

At Soil Surveys, you will have the opportunity to work across different aspects of geotechnical consulting while building your experience within an established business.

We offer:

Choice of location – based in either our Brisbane or Gold Coast office.

Opportunities to develop – build your technical skills and take on greater responsibility as your experience grows.

A hands‑on role – a mix of fieldwork, technical assessment and reporting.

Experienced colleagues – work alongside professionals across geotechnical engineering, engineering geology and laboratory operations.

Long‑term career potential – contribute to project delivery and the continued development of Soil Surveys.