Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Senior Engineering Geologist

Stantec; Mackay Regional; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Additional leave

Career development

Mentoring

Team environment

Professional memberships

Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)

Wellbeing programs

Service recognition awards

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer or Senior Engineering Geologist to join our Geosciences team in Australia. The role focuses on managing field investigations and construction phase inspections across diverse projects, with opportunity for flexible work arrangements.

Based in Brisbane with Merivale Street office and travel to remote sites as needed, you will lead geotechnical analyses, report writing and stakeholder coordination while advancing towards chartered status.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Geotechnical, Civil Engineering or Geology.
• At least eight years’ experience in geotechnical engineering preferably with experience in leading geotechnical design of projects.
• Experience in field geotechnical investigations including logging and supervision of geotechnical drilling activities as well as laboratory testing knowledge.
• Current Drivers Licence and the ability to travel to remote sites for project work.
• Working towards being a Chartered Engineer (RPEQ/ CPEng/ NER) will be highly regarded.
• Strong report writing coupled with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and manage site investigations to deliver geotechnical investigative reports - including interpreting geotechnical data, performing analysis and making recommendations.
• Undertaking construction phase inspections to ensure design assumptions are met and to resolve construction phase issue.
• Undertaking geotechnical analyses, modelling and design in areas such as slope stability, pavements, dams, foundations, retaining walls and other structures.
• Working as part of a team on a wide range of projects with experienced and highly qualified engineers, hydrogeologists, geotechnicians and environmental scientists/engineers.
• Managing a diverse range of projects from inception to completion.
• Participating in the quoting and delivery of projects; ensuring work outputs are of a high technical standard to meet client expectations and timelines.
• Undertaking engineering judgement, interpretation and analysis of data to develop and implement best practice to provide practical and commercial solutions.
• Producing high quality technical reports.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Civil engineering

Geology knowledge

Education

Tertiary qualification in Geotechnical, Civil Engineering or Geology

Job description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Senior Engineering Geologist - ( 260000MQ )

Description

About the role

Our established Geosciences team provides a range of first-class geotechnical engineering services using a wide variety of investigation and analysis techniques. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Geotechnical Engineer or Senior Engineering Geologist to join our team of professionals in our Geosciences business. The role will have a heavy emphasis on managing field investigations and undertaking construction phase inspections.

This role will be based in our Brisbane (Merivale Street Office) with flexible working arrangements such as work from home, staggered hours and other flexibility options.

Day to day tasks would involve:

• Plan, coordinate and manage site investigations to deliver geotechnical investigative reports - including interpreting geotechnical data, performing analysis and making recommendations.

• Undertaking construction phase inspections to ensure design assumptions are met and to resolve construction phase issue.

• Undertaking geotechnical analyses, modelling and design in areas such as slope stability, pavements, dams, foundations, retaining walls and other structures.

• Working as part of a team on a wide range of projects with experienced and highly qualified engineers, hydrogeologists, geotechnicians and environmental scientists/engineers.

• Managing a diverse range of projects from inception to completion.

• Participating in the quoting and delivery of projects; ensuring work outputs are of a high technical standard to meet client expectations and timelines.

• Undertaking engineering judgement, interpretation and analysis of data to develop and implement best practice to provide practical and commercial solutions.

• Producing high quality technical reports.

To be successful for this role you’ll need:

• Tertiary qualifications in Geotechnical, Civil Engineering or Geology.

• At least eight years’ experience in geotechnical engineering preferably with experience in leading geotechnical design of projects.

• Experience in field geotechnical investigations including logging and supervision of geotechnical drilling activities as well as laboratory testing knowledge.

• Current Drivers Licence and the ability to travel to remote sites for project work.

• Working towards being a Chartered Engineer (RPEQ/ CPEng/ NER) will be highly regarded.

• Strong report writing coupled with excellent communication skills.

What we offer

Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

• Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment

• Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave

• Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning

• Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others

• A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables

• Professional Memberships

• Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)

• Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs

• Service Recognition Awards

• Employee Assistance Program

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites over 34,000 employees working in 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life.

Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

Culture

Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI , neurodiversity, and more! Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.

We are committed to reconciliation and to building respectful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We’re better together when different perspectives are welcomed and valued, and we’re committed to a workplace where everyone can belong and thrive. If you need any adjustments to participate in our recruitment process, please let us know.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Geotechnical, Civil Engineering or Geology.

Primary Location : Australia-Queensland-South Brisbane

Other Locations : Australia-Queensland-Mackay

Organization : BC-3045 EnvSvcs-AU Australia

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Sep 29, 2026, 8:25:33 PM

Req ID: 260000MQ

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