Senior / Experienced Geotechnical Engineer

Geotechnique Pty Ltd; Penrith; In loco; AUD 120.000 - 180.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Geotechnique Pty Ltd, a Sydney-based geotechnical engineering consultancy, seeks an Experienced to Senior Geotechnical Engineer. You will own projects, manage clients directly, and provide practical advice while collaborating with Principal Engineers and the GM on delivery and growth of the team.

You will oversee investigations, report writing, analysis, and construction support, with opportunities to mentor junior engineers and shape project outcomes across Greater Sydney and NSW.

Competenze

• Five+ years' geotechnical engineering experience

Mansioni

• Plan and oversee geotechnical investigations from scoping to reporting

Conoscenze

Geotechnical engineering

Project management

Client management

Mentoring junior engineers

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Postgraduate qualification in Geotechnical Engineering

CPEng status or working towards

Strumenti

PLAXIS

Slide

Geostudio

Descrizione del lavoro

Senior / Experienced Geotechnical Engineer

Geotechnique Pty Ltd is a Sydney-based geotechnical engineering consultancy providing practical, high-quality geotechnical advice across residential, commercial and infrastructure projects throughout Greater Sydney and NSW.

Due to continued growth, we're seeking an Experienced to Senior Geotechnical Engineer to join our team. This role suits an engineer with strong technical judgement and solid Sydney experience who is ready to take ownership of projects, manage clients directly, and provide practical advice, while working closely with our Principal Engineers and the General Manager on the delivery and growth of the broader geotechnical team.

The Role

You'll manage a portfolio of geotechnical projects with a good degree of independence, from scoping and investigation through to reporting, design and construction support. You'll be a key technical point of contact for clients and contractors, and a trusted second set of eyes for our Principal Engineers and General Manager across project delivery, client relationships and day-to-day team operations.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and oversee geotechnical investigations, including fieldwork scope, supervision and interpretation of subsurface conditions

Prepare geotechnical factual, interpretative and design reports to a high professional standard, with minimal oversight

Undertake geotechnical analysis and design across foundations, earthworks, excavations, retaining structures and pavements

Provide geotechnical support during construction, including site inspections, verification of ground conditions, and practical advice to contractors and clients

Manage project programme, budget and scope, and act as the primary client contact for your projects

Support the Principal Engineers and General Manager with project delivery oversight and client management across the wider team

Contribute to the mentoring and technical development of junior engineers

About You

Minimum five years' geotechnical engineering experience, including at least three years in geotechnical consulting in Sydney

Strong working knowledge of Sydney geology and ground conditions, and their practical implications for design and construction

Demonstrated ability to independently prepare geotechnical reports and provide sound technical advice to clients

Practical experience providing geotechnical advice and support during construction

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (essential); postgraduate qualification in Geotechnical Engineering highly regarded

Sound understanding of relevant Australian Standards and local authority requirements

Proficiency with geotechnical analysis and design software (e.g. PLAXIS, Slide, Geostudio) and pavement design experience is an advantage

Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status, or working towards is highly regarded

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical issues clearly to clients and contractors

Comfortable managing multiple projects concurrently and working to time and budget constraints

Current driver's licence and willingness to undertake fieldwork and site visits

Full Australian working rights - Sponsorship is not available

What We Offer

Exposure to a diverse range of projects across Greater Sydney and NSW

Genuine opportunity to take ownership of projects and grow into a senior leadership role within the team

Support for professional development, mentoring and career progression

Collaborative, technically strong team environment

Competitive salary package commensurate with experience