Graduate Geotechnical Engineer — Cairns: Field & Reports

ETS Geo; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring program

Professional development

Job summary

ETS Geotechnical, based in Cairns, is seeking a Graduate Engineer (Civil or Geotechnical) to join our Cairns team. This role offers exposure to a range of geotechnical projects with a balance of field investigations, construction support, and office-based engineering work, under the guidance of experienced engineers.

The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience, develop technical skills, and grow within a supportive consulting environment in Far North Queensland.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering.
• Graduate or up to 3 years' relevant engineering experience.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.
• Australian working rights are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with geotechnical site investigations, field testing, and subsurface exploration programs.
• Undertake geotechnical logging and collection of field data.
• Assist in the preparation of factual and interpretive geotechnical reports.
• Support construction projects through site inspections, testing, and verification activities.
• Work collaboratively with senior engineers to deliver project outcomes and maintain high technical standards.
• Develop positive relationships with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders through professional communication and service delivery.

Skills

Geotechnical investigations

Field testing

Technical reporting

Team collaboration

Travel flexibility

Australian Driver's Licence

Australian working rights

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

ETS Geotechnical, based in Cairns, is seeking a Graduate Engineer (Civil or Geotechnical) to join our Cairns team. This role offers exposure to a range of geotechnical projects with a balance of field investigations, construction support, and office-based engineering work, under the guidance of experienced engineers.

The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience, develop technical skills, and grow within a supportive consulting environment in Far North Queensland.