Geotechnical Engineer — Field Testing & Project Lead

Maas Group Pty Limited; Forbes; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Macquarie Geotechnical is a Geotechnical Consulting / Drilling & Construction Materials Testing company operating across road, rail and mining infrastructure in Australia. We seek a Geotechnical Engineer to manage investigations, sampling and reporting, working with a supportive team.

You will review proposals, supervise drilling and testing activities, and deliver geotechnical reports to clients. The role requires 2–5 years of site experience, a relevant degree, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering/Engineering Geology.
• Knowledge and experience using gINT and Holebase.
• Understanding of AS1726 requirements.
• Minimum 2 years site investigation experience.
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Numerical, analytical and observation skills.
• Ability to travel to project site in Central NSW.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit proposals as requested by Clients
• Project management and client liaison
• Engagement, review and management of subcontractors including safety documentation
• To liaise with the Geotechnical Manager to schedule daily/weekly work requirements
• Undertake engineering test pits using hand augers, backhoes & excavators
• Undertake supervision of drilling using 4wd & truck mounted drilling rigs
• Perform logging and sampling of soil & rock materials
• Undertake in-situ geotechnical testing such as dynamic cone penetrometer testing, hand shearvane testing, pocket penetrometer testing & plate load tests
• Complete and report proof roll inspections / stripping inspections / stability inspections
• Prepare geotechnical reports for review by the Geotechnical Manager and submission to the client

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Analytical

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

Civil/Geotechnical Engineering/Engineering Geology degree

Tools

gINT

Holebase

Job description

Macquarie Geotechnical is a Geotechnical Consulting / Drilling & Construction Materials Testing company operating across road, rail and mining infrastructure in Australia. We seek a Geotechnical Engineer to manage investigations, sampling and reporting, working with a supportive team.

You will review proposals, supervise drilling and testing activities, and deliver geotechnical reports to clients. The role requires 2–5 years of site experience, a relevant degree, and strong communication skills.