Geotechnical Field Technician — Outdoor, Hands-on, Growth

DN Geotechnical; Canberra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Extra 10 days annual leave

Diverse project exposure

Skill development

Flexible environment

Job summary

D&N Geotechnical is seeking a Geotechnical Site Technician to join our Brisbane team. This hands-on field role focuses on dynamic probing, CPTu, drilling, sampling and field testing.

You will work with engineers and geologists to collect accurate subsurface data, operate field equipment safely, and contribute to site investigations across diverse projects.

Australian working rights and a White Card are required; travel to regional locations may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Experience in geotechnical fieldwork or related environments.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn geotechnical equipment.
• Good communication and ability to follow instructions accurately.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain geotechnical investigation equipment.
• Undertake dynamic probing, CPTu and other field-testing activities.
• Assist with geotechnical drilling, soil sampling and site investigations.
• Undertake field testing and assist with soil and material identification.
• Accurately record site observations, test results and field data.
• Assist geotechnical engineers and engineering geologists during site investigations.
• Prepare field records, photographs and other site documentation.
• Transport, set up and pack down field equipment as required.
• Maintain equipment in good working order and to a high standard of presentation.
• Ensure all field activities are completed in accordance with company HSEQ requirements and project procedures.
• Work effectively as part of a small field team across a variety of project environments.

Skills

Geotechnical fieldwork

Civil construction

Site investigation

DCP equipment

CPT equipment

Drill rigs

Field testing

Health and safety

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Australian working rights

Tools

DCP equipment

CPT equipment

Drill rigs

Geotechnical equipment

Job description

D&N Geotechnical is seeking a Geotechnical Site Technician to join our Brisbane team. This hands-on field role focuses on dynamic probing, CPTu, drilling, sampling and field testing.

You will work with engineers and geologists to collect accurate subsurface data, operate field equipment safely, and contribute to site investigations across diverse projects.

Australian working rights and a White Card are required; travel to regional locations may be necessary.