Geotechnical Engineer – Tailings Dam QA/QC, FIFO 3/3

Tetra Tech Coffey Pty; Sulawesi; On-site; AUD 118,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Site accommodation

Travel support

Professional development

Competitive hourly rates

Job summary

Tetra Tech Coffey Pty is seeking an experienced Engineering Geologist / Civil / Tailings Engineer to join our on-site team in Indonesia on a 12-month FIFO contract. You will oversee tailings dam construction QA/QC and work within an international, multidisciplinary environment.

The role emphasizes field QA/QC, instrument installation, reporting, and advising on technical issues, with a 3 weeks on/3 weeks off roster, competitive hourly rates, and full site support.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering Geology or Civil Engineering.
• 6+ years geotechnical experience with 3+ years on tailings or large earthworks.
• Strong field QA/QC, instrumentation and report writing skills.
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with clients and multicultural teams.
• Willingness to work on a 3:3 roster; Indonesian experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• On-site construction monitoring, QA/QC and inspection of tailings dam works.
• Supervise field testing, instrumentation installation and routine monitoring.
• Review contractor submittals, prepare inspection reports and advise on technical issues.
• Ensure compliance with design, specifications, HSE and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Geotechnical experience

QA/QC on-site

Field instrumentation

Report writing

Client communication

Education

Degree in Engineering Geology

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Instrumentation installation

Geotechnical testing equipment

Job description

Tetra Tech Coffey Pty is seeking an experienced Engineering Geologist / Civil / Tailings Engineer to join our on-site team in Indonesia on a 12-month FIFO contract. You will oversee tailings dam construction QA/QC and work within an international, multidisciplinary environment.

The role emphasizes field QA/QC, instrument installation, reporting, and advising on technical issues, with a 3 weeks on/3 weeks off roster, competitive hourly rates, and full site support.