Senior Geotechnical Engineer — Growth & Flexible Work

Agilitus; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Employee-owned company

Career and development opportunities

Job summary

ATC Williams in Perth is seeking a Geotechnical/Civil Engineer to join our Perth team on a permanent full-time basis. You will deliver investigations, analysis and reporting across geotechnical and civil projects for mining, tailings and infrastructure clients.

You will work with experienced engineers, mentor undergraduates, travel regularly within Western Australia, and contribute to project delivery with high-quality reports and data interpretation.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering.
• Approximately 3+ years of consulting or industry experience in geotechnical engineering or related fields.
• Strong technical report writing and data interpretation skills.
• Ability to plan and undertake site investigations and field programs.
• Experience coordinating fieldwork contractors and data collection activities.
• Willingness to undertake regular site travel within Western Australia.

Responsibilities

• Independently deliver technical investigations, analysis, design and reporting within own area of responsibility.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports, calculations, specifications, drawings and project documentation requiring minimal review.
• Review technical information critically and identify opportunities to improve project outcomes.
• Continue developing your technical skills through hands-on project experience, collaboration and professional development.
• Take ownership of defined project work packages from commencement through to completion.
• Plan and coordinate personal work to achieve project milestones, budgets and quality expectations.
• Assist Project Managers with project planning, scheduling and coordination activities.
• Monitor progress against allocated tasks and proactively communicate emerging risks or issues.
• Participate in site investigations, inspections and technical reviews where required.
• Gain exposure to project management, client relationships and the broader aspects of consulting.
• Support and mentor our undergraduates and graduates.

Skills

Technical problem solving

Report writing

Client engagement

Mentoring

Project coordination

Data interpretation

Education

Civil/Geotechnical Engineering degree

Job description

Geotechnical/Civil Engineer

6001 Perth ATC Williams Pty

Job Description

CREATE YOUR FUTURE AT ATC WILLIAMS!

About Us

Renowned for our technical excellence, ATC Williams provides Tailings, Water, and Waste Management services to the mining, resources, and governments sectors. We are a leading specialised engineering and consulting firm with 45 years of successful service to our clients. With eight national office locations and a broad variety of international projects, we offer exciting and sustainable career pathways, whether you are a technical or professional leader, or just starting out in your career.

Why Join Us

You will be joining our team at an exciting time as ATC Williams continue to solidify our position as a trusted and recognised engineering brand. We are embarking on an exciting period of growth, creating new opportunities for our people to work on diverse projects, take on greater responsibility, and continue developing their careers alongside experienced industry specialists.

About the Role

We are looking for enthusiastic engineers who are curious, motivated and keen to continue developing their technical, project and client-facing skills while working alongside some of the industry’s most experienced practitioners.

Our Perth team is currently seeking a Geotechnical/Civil Engineer on a permanent full-time basis.

Key Responsibilities and Activities Include

• Independently deliver technical investigations, analysis, design and reporting within own area of responsibility.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports, calculations, specifications, drawings and project documentation requiring minimal review.
• Review technical information critically and identify opportunities to improve project outcomes.
• Continue developing your technical skills through hands‑on project experience, collaboration and professional development.
• Take ownership of defined project work packages from commencement through to completion.
• Plan and coordinate personal work to achieve project milestones, budgets and quality expectations.
• Assist Project Managers with project planning, scheduling and coordination activities.
• Monitor progress against allocated tasks and proactively communicate emerging risks or issues.
• Participate in site investigations, inspections and technical reviews where required.
• Gain exposure to project management, client relationships and the broader aspects of consulting.
• Support and mentor our undergraduates and graduates.

Knowledge, Experience and Skill Requirements Include

You are an engineer who enjoys solving technical challenges and wants to continue building your experience across project delivery and client engagement. You’re motivated to learn, contribute to a collaborative team and take advantage of opportunities to grow your career.

To be successful, you’ll bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering.
• Approximately 3+ years of consulting or industry experience in geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, tailings, mining infrastructure or land development projects.
• Have a high standard of technical accuracy, professionalism and attention to detail.
• Ability to independently plan and undertake site investigations and field programs.
• Strong technical report writing and data interpretation skills.
• Experience managing fieldwork contractors, drilling programs and data collection activities.
• Ability to manage work packages and coordinate project deliverables with limited supervision.
• Experience working directly with clients and contributing to project delivery.
• Familiarity with mining and tailings facilities, embankments, earthworks, seepage investigations, site investigations or land development projects.
• Ability to mentor and support undergraduates and graduates.
• Willingness to undertake regular site travel within Western Australia.

What You Gain when you Join ATC Williams

As an entirely employee‑owned organisation with a retention rate to be proud of, our talented and skilled people acknowledge two key reasons why they choose to stay at ATC Williams:

• The depth and generosity of our in‑house knowledge and expertise, and
• The opportunity to work on a diverse range of technically challenging projects, learn from recognised industry experts, and build a career that can evolve into technical, project management and client leadership.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Employee‑owned company with the opportunity to purchase shares.
• Career and personal development opportunities & mentoring.
• Company paid parental leave.
• Flexible working arrangements available as required.
• Work on diverse mining, tailings, water and civil infrastructure projects across Australia and internationally.
• Learn from experienced mentors and nationally recognised specialists across our Australian offices.
• Opportunities to develop technical, project management and client‑facing skills as your career grows.

At ATC Williams, we champion diversity, inclusion, integrity, and equal employment opportunities.

We encourage you to create your future at ATC Williams.

Eligibility & Application Requirements

• Rights to work in Australia (essential).
• Base Salary Package Expectation.
• Why you have applied for this role.
• What your career aspirations are.

Please note ATC Williams does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.