Engineering Geologist

Zutari; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

An established engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Engineering Geologist to join their Ground Engineering Team. This role focuses on providing technical delivery and project management across various projects in South Africa and internationally. Candidates should have a BSc (Hons) in Engineering Geology and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. The ideal applicant will possess strong problem-solving skills, the ability to manage client relationships, and experience with geological and geotechnical software. This position promotes professional growth within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration packages

Opportunities for career development

Diverse project engagements

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years industry experience in geology.
• Skill in geological/geotechnical analysis and providing design inputs.
• Experience in geotechnical investigations and report writing.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical delivery and project management.
• Liaise with design disciplines and develop design coordination.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Technical delivery and project management

Problem-solving

Client relationship management

Communication and report writing

Geological/geotechnical analysis

Mentoring skills

Proactive communication

Education

BSc (Hons) in Engineering Geology

Post-graduate qualification

Membership in SAIEG

Tools

gINT

Rockscience software

Leapfrog

MS Office Suite

Job description

Engineering Geologist

Zutari is a well-established, management‑owned engineering firm with more than 90 years’ experience. As human‑centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities, and other stakeholders across Africa. We co‑create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

Role Overview

The Zutari Ground Engineering Team is looking to appoint an Engineering Geologist with the knowledge and experience in detailed technical analysis of the ground conditions to join our established, industry‑leading team in Tshwane or Cape Town. This position will provide the successful incumbent with a broad range of project opportunities both locally and internationally. The Zutari Ground Engineering Team offers the opportunity to work across a broad range of projects ranging from Energy, Transport, Water, Built Environment, and Resources projects. The Engineering Geologist will join a strong cohort of Geotechnical Engineers and Engineering Geologists working closely together in developing solutions. This role offers a great opportunity to further develop a professional career with a multi‑disciplinary international engineering consultancy. We are committed to fostering a culture that empowers our people, promotes teamwork, and encourages sustainability with attractive remuneration packages.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide a mix of technical delivery and project management with a significant focus on problem‑solving, analysis, and design.
• Liaise with other design disciplines to develop and maintain design coordination.
• Responsible for building and maintaining strong client relationships, both internally and externally.
• Apply new knowledge and devise new approaches in industry in solving complex ground problems.
• Adhere to all applicable health and safety standards and practices, on‑site and in the office.
• Compile safety files before site investigations.
• Travel to projects located in South Africa, other countries in Africa, the Middle East, and other countries as necessary.

Qualifications Requirements

• BSc (Hons) degree in Engineering Geology, or equivalent.
• A post‑graduate qualification will be advantageous.
• Membership with the South African Institute for Engineering and Environmental Geologists (SAIEG) will be advantageous.

Experience Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years industry experience.
• Communication and report writing skills and the ability to work with clients to develop new and existing business opportunities.
• Good knowledge and experience record in delivering geological/geotechnical projects using applicable standards and principles.
• Experience in the application of relevant geological and geotechnical software packages (gINT, Leapfrog, Rockscience software, GIS, etc).
• Experience in geotechnical investigations including data gathering, site characterisation, formulating ground models, sampling, analysis of ground conditions and laboratory results, and report writing.
• Skill and experience in geological/geotechnical analysis and providing inputs into design.
• Experience of working across multi‑disciplinary engineering teams.
• Commercial and project financial awareness, including the preparation of proposals and bid submissions.
• Experience in managing small projects will be advantageous.
• Ability to provide mentoring and technical guidance for younger graduate engineering geologists would be a recommendation.
• Proactive communication skills to work with colleagues and other design teams.
• Ability to communicate confidently and professionally with all levels of staff and clients.

Software Competency Requirements

• gINT (Openground will be advantageous)
• Rockscience software (Dips, RocFall, RocTopple, RocPlane, Swedge etc.)
• Leapfrog (Advantageous)
• MS Office Suite

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.