Senior Engineering Geologist

Klohn Crippen Berger; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional Superannuation: 2.5% extra

Income Protection Insurance

Parental and Volunteer Leave

Option to purchase additional annual a

Novated Leasing

Hybrid Working Policy

Social and Mental Well-being Initiates

Training and Development Opportunities

Job summary

Klohn Crippen Berger (KCB) is seeking a Senior Engineering Geologist to lead mining and resource projects across Australasia within our multidisciplinary team. You will provide technical leadership, mentor junior staff, and coordinate with geotechnical, civil, hydrotechnical, and environmental specialists.

Based in Brisbane, you will work on large-scale investigations from feasibility through construction support, with occasional domestic and international travel.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering Geology/Geoscience (Master's preferred).
• 7-10 years of professional experience in mining and resource projects.
• Experience leading field investigations (geological mapping, borehole logging, drilling supervision).

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee engineering geological investigations for mine waste, tailings storage facilities, waste rock storage facilities, water management structures, and other mining infrastructure.
• Plan, supervise, and interpret field programs including drilling, mapping, logging, in situ testing, and monitoring.
• Provide input into feasibility studies, designs, risk assessments, and operational reviews.
• Analyse geological data and develop models to inform design and operations.
• Prepare and review technical reports, specifications, and construction recommendations.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (geotechnical, civil, hydrotechnical, environmental).
• Manage project tasks, budgets, schedules, and client deliverables.
• Mentor junior geologists and engineers.
• Build and maintain client relationships through technical excellence and delivery.

Skills

Engineering Geology

Field investigations

Geotechnical data

Client engagement

Mentoring staff

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering Geology/Geoscience

Master's degree preferred

Job description

KCB is a multidisciplinary engineering, geoscience, and environmental consulting firm grounded in our values of Passion, Integrity, and Excellence. With teams across North America, South America, Australasia, and Europe, we bring together global technical knowledge, local insight, and a shared commitment to solving complex challenges that matter. Guided by our long-term ambition of Globally Connected Excellence and our purpose of Sustaining the Future, we work alongside our clients to deliver lasting solutions that strengthen resilience and benefit future generations.

Who We're Looking For

As a Senior Engineering Geologist at KCB, you will play a key role in delivering large-scale, world-class projects across the Mining and Resources sector. Working as part of our multidisciplinary team, you will provide technical leadership and engineering geology expertise across all project phases, from investigation and design through to construction support and operational monitoring. You will work closely with clients and project teams across Australasia and KCB's global network, contributing to technically complex projects and mentoring junior team members while continuing to grow your own career within an employee-owned consulting firm.

What You Will Do

• Lead and undertake engineering geological investigations for mine waste, tailings storage facilities, waste rock storage facilities, water management structures, and other mining infrastructure.
• Plan, supervise, and interpret field investigation programs, including drilling, geological mapping, geotechnical logging, in situ testing, and construction monitoring.
• Provide engineering geological input into feasibility studies, detailed design projects, risk assessments, and operational reviews.
• Analyse geological and geotechnical data and develop geological models to inform design and operational decisions.
• Prepare and review technical reports, specifications, design documentation, and construction recommendations.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams, including geotechnical, civil, hydrotechnical, and environmental specialists.
• Manage project tasks, budgets, schedules, and client deliverables.
• Mentor and support the development of junior geologists and engineering geologists.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through technical excellence and responsive project delivery.
• Work in accordance with KCB's Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental Management System, actively promoting a safe and responsible work culture.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Geology, Geology, Geoscience, or a related discipline (Master's degree in Engineering Geology preferred).
• 7-10 years of professional experience in engineering geology, with a strong focus on mining and resource projects.
• Demonstrated experience leading field investigations, including geological mapping, borehole logging, drilling supervision, and geotechnical data collection programs.
• Strong understanding of engineering geological processes associated with tailings storage facilities, waste rock storage facilities, foundations, slopes, and civil infrastructure.
• Experience interpreting geological and geotechnical datasets and preparing technical reports for study, design, and operational projects.
• Proven ability to manage project workstreams and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience mentoring and supervising junior technical staff.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical report writing and client engagement.
• Willingness and ability to undertake periodic domestic and international travel.
• Current unrestricted Driver Licence.

What We Offer

• Additional Superannuation: 2.5% extra to secure your future.
• Income Protection Insurance: Peace of mind for you and your family.
• Parental and Volunteer Leave: Support for your personal and community commitments.
• Option to purchase additional annual leave: up to 15 additional days
• Novated Leasing: Flexible vehicle leasing options.
• Hybrid Working Policy: Balance work and life with our flexible approach.
• Social and Mental Well-being Initiatives: Programs to support your overall well-being.
• Training and Development Opportunities: Continuous growth and learning.

About Us

Klohn Crippen Berger (KCB) is a multi-disciplinary consulting firm providing engineering, geoscience and environmental services globally. We offer a full range of services from our offices in Australia, Canada, USA, UK, Brazil and Peru. Read more about us here www.klohn.com.

We respect the uniqueness that makes you, you. We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from all qualified career seekers. KCB is an Australian Business Awards Employer of Choice recipient (2015-2025).