Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Monthly RDO

Birthday leave

Novated lease

Employee assistance program

Team building events

Job summary

Geosyntec Mining in Australia seeks a Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer with civil/geotechnical and geosynthetics experience to join our Melbourne or Brisbane office. You will lead design, assessment and specification of geosynthetic lining and containment systems for mining, waste and industrial facilities.

The role requires 5+ years of relevant consulting or industry experience, expertise in geosynthetic materials, strong writing and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil, geotechnical, geo-environmental or environmental engineering (required).
• Advanced degree (preferred).
• Chartered status or eligibility for registration is desirable.
• Typically 5+ years of relevant consulting or industry experience.
• Experience with geosynthetic liner/containment systems (design, selection, construction, inspection).
• Valid Australian driver’s licence with travel for client sites.

Responsibilities

• Design and assess geosynthetic lining and containment systems for mining, waste facilities.
• Select materials and specify geomembrane durability, drainage and anchorage.
• Support geo-environmental/geotechnical design including earthworks and drainage.
• Conduct condition assessments and remediation planning for containment systems.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings and project documentation.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to communicate findings and risks.
• Plan field investigations and site inspections; supervise installation QA.

Skills

Geosynthetics containment

Technical writing

Communication skills

Teamwork

Travel

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/geotechnical/geo-environmental or environmental engineering

Advanced degree

Chartered/RPEQ desirable

Job description

Overview

Geosyntec Mining (formerly Red Earth Engineering) is a specialist engineering consultancy and recognised technical leader in mine waste, tailings, geotechnical engineering and geosynthetic containment. Our mission is to help clients succeed by delivering exceptional service and innovative best-value solutions for their emerging issues related to energy, the environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure.

We are a consultant of choice for several major mining, resource sector and land development companies with operations in Australia. Our expertise, combined with Geosyntec's world-class reputation in hydrogeology, geochemistry, geotechnical engineering, seismicity and risk, allows us to assist our clients in meeting their engineering challenges and better understanding their risk.

We have an opportunity available for aSenior Geo-Environmental Engineer with civil/geotechnical and geosynthetics experience to join our office inMelbourne or Brisbane. This position is well-suited for a talented, experienced individual who is interested in contributing to and managing innovative and challenging projects whilst working directly with Principal and Senior Principal industry leaders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

As a Senior Geo-Environmental Engineer, this role requires the application of the tasks listed below, but also an expanding knowledge of all elements and disciplines required.

Some of the key responsibilitiesmay include:

• Design and assessment of geosynthetic lining, containment and capping systems for mining, resources, waste, energy and industrial applications, including tailings and mine-water facilities, process and evaporation ponds, waste containment facilities and landfills.


• Geosynthetic material selection and specification, including consideration of geomembrane durability, interface behaviour, drainage, anchorage, constructability and long-term performance.


• Engineering analysis supporting geo-environmental and geotechnical design, including earthworks, geosynthetics, drainage and stormwater management, containment systems and associated civil infrastructure.


• Condition assessment and forensic investigation of geosynthetic containment systems, including evaluation of degradation, leakage, distress and failure mechanisms, and development of practical remediation strategies.


• Developing and delivering technical reports, specifications, drawings, and documentation.


• Communicating technical findings, risk, design requirements and regulatory considerations clearly to clients and other project stakeholders.


• Planning and undertaking field investigations, inspections, construction surveillance and geosynthetic installation/CQA activities, including at remote mining and resource-sector sites.


• Managing scope, risks, and environmental impacts across multiple projects of varying scale and complexity.


• Supporting and mentoring more junior staff


• Developing and maintaining strong client relationships and contributing to business growth.

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor's degree in civil, geotechnical, geo-environmental or environmental engineering, or a closely related discipline. (required)


• Advanced degree in civil, geotechnical, geo-environmental or environmental engineering, or a related field. (preferred)


• Chartered status, RPEQ registration or eligibility to obtain relevant professional registration is desirable.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Typically 5+ years of relevant consulting or industry experience, although exceptional candidates with less experience will also be considered.


• Demonstrated experience with geosynthetic liner or containment systems, including design, material selection, specification, construction, inspection and/or condition assessment. (required)


• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and travelling to client facilities as needed.


• Excellent writing and communication skills.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Valid Australian driver's licence and a satisfactory driving record for business travel.

We Offer:

• Attractive remuneration package with additional benefits:
  
  
  • Your choice of office to be based
  
  
  • Hybrid working arrangements
  
  
  • Monthly RDO
  
  
  • Birthday leave day
  
  
  • Caring and bonding leave
  
  
  • Option to purchase up to 2 additional annual leave weeks per year
  
  
  • Novated lease salary packaging
  
  
  • Employee Assistance Program
  
  
  • Annual Mid-Year Team building and Christmas functions.
  
  
  • A positive, diverse, and vibrant workplace
  
  

Our culture is fundamental to our success and is built on our vision of:

• Maintaining a vibrant, practice-centred business.


• Engage in continuous self-improvement and ongoing reinvention.


• Be highly regarded in core markets for delivering best-value solutions for our clients.


• Create exceptional career opportunities for our people.


• Be true professionals and consummate team players.

Not meeting all the requirements? Don't let that discourage you from applying. Geosyntec Mining is committed to fostering a diverse workplace built on excellence, strong principles, and integrity. If you're interested and willing to learn in this role but your experience doesn't match every qualification listed, we still encourage you to apply anyway. We're excited to hear from you.