Senior Geotechnical Engineer

CMW Geosciences; Townsville City; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Parental leave

Novated leasing

CPD training

Social events

Flexible hours

Health insurance discount

Training & mentoring

Employee discounts

Job summary

CMW Geosciences invites applications for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer in Townsville to lead diverse projects across renewables, transport and infrastructure. You will mentor a geotechnical team, deliver design solutions, and build long-term client relationships throughout Australia.

The role requires a degree in Civil Engineering, Geology or Earth Science, 6+ years geotechnical consultancy experience, project management, RPEQ status, and full Australian working rights.

Qualifications

• A Civil Engineering, Geology or Earth Science degree.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in geotechnical consultancy.
• Project management experience.
• Site investigations experience.
• Hold RPEQ status.
• Full Australian working rights.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of geotechnical professionals delivering design solutions.
• Develop and maintain client relationships across Australia with contractors and consultants.
• Provide technical support and guidance to project teams and contribute to systems and procedures.

Skills

Project management

Site investigations

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

Civil Engineering / Geology / Earth Science degree

Job description

About Us

Since starting in 2012, CMW Geosciences has expanded to 23 offices with over 350 employees across Australia and New Zealand. We are hard-working, down-to-earth, and passionate engineers and geologists who provide quality geotechnical site investigation, analysis, and design advice to the construction, infrastructure, and energy sectors.

As part of the Kiwa Group, we're backed by a global network of 12,000+ staff across 35+ countries

About the role

Our Townsville is continuing to grow, and we are looking for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer with strong project management capabilities and site investigation experience to join our team.

In this role, you will contribute to a diverse range of projects across key sectors including renewables, transport, and infrastructure, working alongside a collaborative and high-performing team.

As a Senior Geotechnical Engineer, you must work closely with, and mentor, a team of geotechnical professionals by delivering design solutions, and providing advice and technical support. You will be required to develop and maintain long-lasting relationships with clients, specialist contractors, other consultants and suppliers throughout Australia. Will also be required to contribute to the further development and continuing improvement of CMW technical and operational systems and procedures.

What You'll Need

• A Civil Engineering, Geology or Earth Science Degree
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in a geotechnical consultancy
• Project Management experience
• Site Investigations experience
• Hold RPEQ status
• At least 2 years of experience in Australia
• A full Australian driver's license
• Good interpersonal skills
• Exceptional organisation and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Full working rights in Australia

What You'll Get

• Additional Day Leave on your Birthday
• Paid Parental Leave
• Novated Leasing
• Provision of minimum of 50 hours Training / CPD per year and paid membership to Engineers Australia
• Office social events throughout the year
• Flexible office hours
• Corporate health insurance discount
• Ongoing internal trainings, mentoring program and clear pathways for career progression
• Access to exclusive employee discounts through our rewards platform