Senior Geotechnical Field Engineer – Slope Stability Lead (FIFO)

Snowy Hydro Limited

Cooma

On-site

AUD 140,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance based bonus

Parental leave options (30 weeks for 1

Parental leave options 30 weeks

Additional leave beyond NES

Family discounts on fitness

Service Award Program

Employee referral plan

Job summary

Snowy Hydro is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer or Geologist to join the on-site team at Tantangara. The role combines field leadership with design oversight, ensuring geotechnical investigations and ground conditions are managed from start to finish.

The position requires hands-on field execution, strong AU/NZ standards knowledge, and a 70/30 split between site leadership and technical design. FIFO roster and on-site amenities are provided.

Qualifications

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, or a closely related field.
PE or Chartered status is preferred.
Experience within AU/NZ standards and field execution is required.

Responsibilities

Oversee on-site construction activities to meet IFC drawings, safety standards and employer requirements.
Perform design verification, mapping of excavated faces, and confirm IFC design classifications.
Lead slope stability assessments and implement slope treatments (rock bolting/anchors).

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Site leadership

Slope stability

Rock bolting

Field investigations

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Civil/Geotechnical Engineering or Geology

Job description

The position requires hands-on field execution, strong AU/NZ standards knowledge, and a 70/30 split between site leadership and technical design. FIFO roster and on-site amenities are provided.

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