Geotechnical Engineers

Regional; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Macquarie Geotechnical is seeking Geotechnical Engineers with 2–5 years of experience to join our team in Sydney, NSW. The role covers project management of geotechnical investigations, sampling, testing, and reporting for road, rail and mining projects across Australia.

You will work with a supportive team, conduct in-situ testing and drilling supervision, and liaise with clients and subcontractors to ensure safety and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering/Engineering Geology.
• Experience with geotechnical investigations and site work.
• Knowledge of gINT and Holebase software.
• Understanding of AS1726 requirements.
• Minimum 2 years site investigation experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Current driver’s licence.
• Willingness to travel to project sites in Central NSW.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit proposals as requested by Clients.
• Project management and client liaison.
• Engagement, review and management of subcontractors including safety documentation.
• Schedule daily/weekly work requirements with Geotechnical Manager.
• Undertake engineering tests and logging of soil and rock materials.
• Complete and report geotechnical inspections / stripping inspections / stability inspections.
• Prepare geotechnical reports for review and submission to the client.

Skills

Strong communication

Numerical/analytical skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

Civil/Geotechnical Engineering or Engineering Geology (tertiary)

Tools

gINT

Holebase

AS1726 knowledge

Job description

Macquarie Geotechnical is a Geotechnical Consulting / Drilling & Construction Materials Testing company working on road, rail and mining infrastructure projects throughout Australia. We maintain a fleet of modern drill rigs, support equipment and tools that are at the forefront of the industry.

The Geotechnical Engineer is responsible for project management of geotechnical Investigations inclusive of the testing, sampling and interpreting of soil and rock materials to produce geotechnical assessments and reports. You will also be required to work in a team environment alongside other employees.

We are currently seeking Geotechnical Engineers with 2-5 years' experience to join our team.

Responsibilities include:

• 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

To be successful for the position youmust have the following experience:

• 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 problem solve.
• An interest in developing both technical and project management skills
• A current drivers licence.
• Multiple roles available.
• Ability to travel to Project site in Central NSW.

For more information about this role, please contact [e-mail]